Product name : Tetrasodium EDTA

Other names : EDTA; Na4EDTA;  Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, tetrasodium salt; Tetrasodium Tetrasodium (ethylenedinitrilo)tetraacetate; Ethylenediaminetetraacetic tetrasodium salt; Sodium edetate; (Ethylenedinitrilo)tetraacetic acid tetrasodium salt; 

CAS #: :  64-02-8

Items                                  Properties
Molecular formula            CH₄N₂(CH₂COONa)₄
Molar mass                       380.17 g mol−1
Melting point                      > 300 °C
Boiling point                      Decomposes (> 400 °C )
Solubility in water             Soluble 45.0 %
pH                                       10.5 - 12.5 (1 wt% solution)
Appearance                       white creamy powder
Assay(as Na4EDTA)        86.0% min ( 92 wt% as Na4EDTA1.5H2O)
 
Characteristics and Application :

In cosmetics and personal care products, the ingredient is widely used and can be found in moisturizers, skin care and cleansing products, personal cleanliness products, bath soaps, shampoos and conditioners, hair dyes, hair bleaches, and many other product types.

Disodium EDTA and the related ingredients bind to metal ions which inactivates them. The binding of metal ions helps prevent the deterioration of cosmetics and personal care products. It also helps to maintain clarity, protect fragrance compounds, and prevent rancidity.

Uses :

Tetrasodium EDTA has reported used in the following product types: shampoo; body wash/cleanser; hair color and bleaching; facial moisturizer/treatment; moisturizer; facial cleanser; anti-aging; foundation; bar soap; styling gel/lotion.