Tetrasodium edta (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 64-02-8; Tetrasodium salt of the

Definition
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"Sodium" refers to the alkali metal sodium, "EDTA" to ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, here its tetrasodium salt.

Tetrasodium EDTA is a substance used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as a chelating agent (binds metal ions which could negatively influence the stability and quality of cosmetic products).

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Chelating agent; Sodium;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020