Sequestrants
EDTA Na2 (ethylenediaminetetracetic acid disodium) is a chelating agent, used to sequester and decrease the reactivity of metal ions that may be present in many industrial and personal care products.
Industrial Applications
EDTA Na2 is used in cleaners, detergent, fertilizers, fixer solution for development of colour film, water cleaner and pH modifier. It is also used in redox reaction for the polymerization of butyl benzene rubber, it is used as part of activator for the control of polymerization speed.
Personal Care Applications
EDTA Na2 is used in Cosmetics to increase effectiveness and improve stability of bar and solid soaps, bath preparations; creams, oils, hair care products and many other personal care formulations.
Connect Chemicals offer valid and effective alternatives to EDTA Na2, please see the product pages of H-Quest and GLDA, both 100% biodegradable and obtained from bio-feedstock.
Shelf Life
Under proper storage conditions, the shelf life is 36 months
Health & Safety
Detailed information on the product described can be found in our relevant Health and Safety Information (Material Safety Data Sheet)
ETDA-QUEST can be used in many applications and products. It does not sensitize human skin and provides enhanced biocidal/preservative boosting power when compared to commonly used boosters.
It is suitable to be used in personal care and cosmetics products due to the strong chelating ability of calcium and transition metal ions, prolonging the shelf life of many products.
Dosage level
Recommended concentration 0.05 – 0.1%
Solubility completely soluble in water at all proportions
| Appearance | White crystal powder |
| Assay (%) | 99% min |
Efficacy:
ETDA-QUEST acts as a preservative booster and enhances the effectiveness of surfactants, improving the product’s appearance and shelf life.
Benefits:
Easy and safe handling
Enhances performance of cosmetic products
Binds metal ions
Enhances foaming and cleaning abilities
Cosmetics
Skin Care
Toiletries
Hair Care
Sun Care
Makeup
Oral care
Baby care
Fragrances
Pharmaceuticals
Natural extracts
