Synonym(s)
CAS number: 140-01-2; Pentasodium (carboxylatomethyl)iminobis(ethylenenitrilo)tetraacetates
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Pentasodium pentetate is a synthetic compound, a salt of pentetic acid (pentetic acid - acronym = DTPA), which is used in cosmetic formulations. Pentasodium pentetate acts as a chelating agent (binds metal ions which could negatively influence the stability and quality of cosmetic products).
The purpose of the substance is to counteract hard water. This enables a lower consumption of soap. Furthermore the efficiency of the cleaning power is improved. The substance is classified as "not recommended" in cosmetic formulations.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer