Chemical Type(s)
Location(s)
- Chicago
Description
EDTA 4Na
Chemical Formula: C₁₀H₁₂N₂Na₄O₈·4H₂O
EDTA 4Na (Tetrasodium EDTA) is a powerful chelating agent known for its ability to bind to metal ions, forming stable, water-soluble complexes.
Key Uses:
- Water Treatment:
- Sequestering Metal Ions: Effectively binds to divalent and trivalent metal ions such as calcium, magnesium, iron, and copper, preventing their precipitation and deposition on equipment surfaces.
- Corrosion Inhibition: Helps control corrosion in industrial water systems by preventing the formation of corrosive deposits.
- Scale Prevention: Prevents the formation of scale in boilers, cooling towers, and heat exchangers, improving equipment efficiency and longevity.
- Detergents and Cleaning Products:
- Enhanced Cleaning Performance: Improves the effectiveness of detergents by sequestering metal ions that can interfere with surfactant action, leading to superior cleaning results.
- Hard Water Softening: Helps soften hard water by binding to calcium and magnesium ions, reducing their impact on cleaning performance.
- Used in various cleaning products: Including laundry detergents, dishwashing detergents, and industrial cleaning solutions.
- Industrial Applications:
- Textile Industry: Used in textile dyeing and finishing processes to improve dye fixation and colorfastness.
- Paper Manufacturing: Employed in paper manufacturing processes to improve paper quality and strength.
- Metal Finishing: Utilized in metal finishing processes, such as electroplating and metal cleaning.
- Other Applications:
- Cosmetics: Used in the formulation of cosmetics to stabilize and improve the performance of ingredients.
- Photography: Used in photographic processing to stabilize and preserve images.
- Analytical Chemistry: Used in various analytical techniques, such as complexometric titrations.
Packaging: Available in various packaging options to suit your needs, including bags, drums, and supersacks.