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Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, ACS, 99.4+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Chelating agentEthylenediaminetetraacetic acid is used as a complexing agent for many cations. It prevents metal ion impurities and is used to remove excess iron from the body. It acts as a sequestering agent in cosmetic products.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | ∼245°C (decomposition) |
Color | White |
Linear Formula | (HO2CCH2)2NCH2CH2N(CH2CO2H)2 |
Quantity | 100 g |
Beilstein | 1716295 |
Merck Index | 14,3517 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in sodium hydroxide,sodium carbonate,ammonia solution,acid and common organic solvents. Slightly soluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 292.24 |
Percent Purity | ≥99.4% |
Grade | ACS |
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Certificates
Certificates
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
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P08J034 | Certificate of Analysis | 09/05/2023 | 011931.22 |
Z08I015 | Certificate of Analysis | 05/01/2023 | 011931.36,011931.A4,011931.22 |
U31I017 | Certificate of Analysis | 15/09/2022 | 011931.36,011931.A4,011931.22 |
D23S051 | Certificate of Analysis | 17/11/2021 | 011931.36,011931.A4,011931.22 |
Q11E057 | Certificate of Analysis | 17/11/2021 | 011931.36,011931.A4,011931.22 |
Safety and Handling


- Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, ACS
- Warning
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity after repeated exposure Category 2
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H332-Harmful if inhaled.
- H373-May cause damage to organs.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid
RUO – Research Use Only
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