Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid
Lifeworth supplies Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid / EDTA Acid for buyers reviewing purity, solubility, pH behavior, application fit, batch documents, and export-ready packaging.
- EDTA Acid chelating agent for industrial, water treatment, detergent, cleaning, and chemical formulation projects.
- Suitable for metal ion control, EDTA salt production, formulation stabilization, and application-based chelation systems.
- Specification review can include purity, appearance, solubility, moisture, pH behavior, and batch consistency.
- COA, SDS/MSDS, TDS/spec sheet, sample discussion, and export packaging support available.
Tell us your application, target specification, and destination market so we can support grade selection, documentation review, and packaging recommendations.
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MOQ
MOQ depends on packaging and specification.
Lead Time
3–7 working days for standard items; bulk orders by schedule.
Incoterms
EXW / FOB / CIF / DAP / DDP
Sample
Free sample (shipping charged)
Quality & Documents
COA (per batch) • SDS/MSDS • TDS/Spec sheet (on request). Additional statements depend on product and market.
Product Overview
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid, also known as EDTA Acid or Edetic Acid, is a chelating agent commonly used as a base material for metal ion control, EDTA salt production, industrial formulations, water treatment, and cleaning-related applications. It is usually supplied as a white crystalline powder, and buyers often review purity, appearance, solubility, moisture, pH behavior, and batch documents before technical or commercial evaluation. It is commonly considered for chemical processing, detergent systems, water treatment, industrial formulations, and EDTA derivative production, with COA, SDS/MSDS, TDS, sample discussion, and export packing support available for sourcing reference.
Applications
Industrial Formulations
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid is commonly evaluated in industrial formulation systems where metal ion chelation, stabilization, or process control is required. It is suitable for buyers who need the EDTA acid form rather than a pre-neutralized EDTA salt.
Water Treatment
EDTA Acid may be considered for water treatment and aqueous process systems where metal ion binding, scale control, or chemical processing support is required. Buyers should confirm solubility behavior, pH adjustment needs, dosage level, and compatibility before use.
Detergents & Cleaning Products
For detergent and cleaning-related projects, EDTA Acid can be reviewed as a chelating agent raw material or formulation component. Buyers should compare it with EDTA-2Na or EDTA-4Na when better water solubility or alkaline system compatibility is needed.
EDTA Salt & Derivative Production
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid is often reviewed as a base material for producing EDTA salts, metal EDTA chelates, and related chelating agent products. Specification consistency, purity, moisture, and impurity control are important for derivative production.
How to Choose the Right Grade / Form
For industrial formulation projects
Review purity, appearance, moisture, solubility behavior, pH behavior, and compatibility with the target system. EDTA Acid is more suitable when the formulation process requires the acid form or further neutralization.
For water treatment or cleaning systems
Confirm whether EDTA Acid, EDTA-2Na, EDTA-4Na, or liquid EDTA solution is more suitable for the target system. EDTA Acid has limited water solubility compared with some EDTA salts, so pH adjustment and dissolution conditions should be reviewed.
For EDTA salt or derivative production
Check purity, particle size, moisture, impurity profile, packaging, and batch consistency before order confirmation. Repeat sourcing should be based on defined specification and batch documentation.
Technical & Formulation Notes
Technical Notes
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid is evaluated when buyers need the acid form of EDTA as a chelating agent, formulation raw material, or precursor for EDTA salts and derivatives.
Key technical review points usually include purity, appearance, solubility behavior, moisture, pH behavior in formulation, compatibility with the target system, and document support.
Manufacturing & Process
The commercial product is typically supplied as a dry crystalline powder through controlled synthesis, purification, drying, and packaging steps.
Buyers should confirm the agreed specification, physical form, purity level, particle size, and packaging requirements before order confirmation.
Compatibility / Formulation Notes
For aqueous systems, review solubility behavior, pH adjustment needs, and dissolution conditions before bulk use.
For detergent or cleaning systems, compare EDTA Acid with EDTA-2Na or EDTA-4Na when direct water solubility or alkaline system compatibility is required.
For EDTA salt or derivative production, confirm purity, moisture, particle size, and impurity profile according to process requirements.
For industrial formulations, conduct pilot testing to confirm metal ion control, pH behavior, and compatibility with other formulation components.
Store sealed and protected from moisture, contamination, and incompatible materials during handling.
Extended QC & Test Items
Extended quality review may include assay or purity, identification, appearance, solubility behavior, moisture or loss on drying, heavy metals, residue limits, particle size, and batch-to-batch consistency.
For industrial, water treatment, detergent, cleaning, or chemical processing projects, additional specification review can be discussed according to the application system and destination market.
Product specifications
| Test | Specification | Method |
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| Appearance | White crystalline powder | Visual |
| Identification | Conforms to Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid | Per specification |
| Assay / Purity | Per agreed specification | Per specification |
| Solubility | Limited water solubility or per agreed specification | Per specification |
| pH Behavior | Per agreed specification | Per specification |
| Moisture / Loss on Drying | Per agreed specification | Per specification |
| Heavy Metals | Per agreed specification | Per specification |
| Particle Size | Per agreed specification | Per specification |
| Documents | COA per batch; SDS/MSDS and TDS available | Reference |
Storage, Shelf Life & Packaging
Storage
Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.
Protect from moisture, contamination, incompatible materials, and direct sunlight.
Shelf Life
Shelf life should be confirmed according to the final specification, packaging, and storage conditions.
Please refer to the COA or product specification sheet for the applicable shelf-life statement.
Packaging & Logistics
Sample Packing
Sample packing can be discussed for laboratory evaluation, formulation testing, or supplier qualification.
Bulk Packing
Bulk packing is available according to product form, order quantity, and destination market. Common options may include bags, cartons, or drums depending on specification and logistics requirements.
Customization
Specification review may include purity, solubility behavior, particle size, moisture, impurity limits, packaging, and document requirements.
Logistics & Documents
COA, SDS/MSDS, TDS/spec sheet, packaging information, and export documents can be provided according to order requirements. Lead time and shipping terms should be confirmed based on quantity and destination.
Supply, Documentation & Customization
Documents & Compliance
COA, SDS/MSDS, and TDS/spec sheet available based on product and market requirements.
Customization & Private Label
Custom packing, private label, and labeling support available depending on product type and order scope.
Commercial Support
Sample, lead time, and incoterm options can be discussed according to destination market and supply plan.
Why Source From Lifeworth
FAQ
What is Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid used for?
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid, also known as EDTA Acid, is used as a chelating agent, formulation raw material, and base material for EDTA salts, metal EDTA chelates, industrial formulations, water treatment, and cleaning-related applications.
Is Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid the same as EDTA Acid?
Yes. Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid is commonly called EDTA Acid or Edetic Acid. Its CAS number is 60-00-4.
What is the difference between EDTA Acid and EDTA-2Na?
EDTA Acid is the acid form of EDTA and has limited water solubility. EDTA-2Na is a disodium salt form that is often more suitable for many aqueous cosmetic, detergent, water treatment, and industrial formulation systems.
What should buyers check before purchasing EDTA Acid?
Buyers usually review purity, appearance, solubility behavior, moisture, particle size, heavy metals, packaging, application suitability, and available documents.
Can EDTA Acid be used to produce EDTA salts or metal EDTA chelates?
Yes. EDTA Acid can be reviewed as a base material for producing EDTA salts, metal EDTA chelates, and related chelating agent products, depending on process requirements and specification.
Can you provide COA and SDS for EDTA Acid?
Yes. COA, SDS/MSDS, TDS/spec sheet, and available supporting documents can be provided according to product specification and sourcing requirements.
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