Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid
IUPAC: 2-[2-[bis(carboxymethyl)amino]ethyl-(carboxymethyl)amino]acetic acid
| Formula / Notation | C10H16N2O8 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 60-00-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 292.24 |
| Melting Point | 237 °C |
| Density | 0.86 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Solubility | 1000000 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Appearance | Ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid is a colorless crystalline solid. It is slightly soluble in water. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its... |
| Also Known As | 2-[2-[bis(carboxymethyl)amino]ethyl-(carboxymethyl)amino]acetic acid; EDTA; Edetic acid; 60-00-4; Edathamil; Sequestrol; Havidote; Titriplex; EDTA acid; Sequestrene aa |
| Category | Laboratory Reagents |
What is Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid?
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid is an ethylenediamine derivative, a tetracarboxylic acid and a polyamino carboxylic acid. It has a role as a copper chelator, a geroprotector, a calcium chelator, an antidote and an anticoagulant. It is a conjugate acid of an EDTA(2-).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 2-[2-[bis(carboxymethyl)amino]ethyl-(carboxymethyl)amino]acetic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: 2-[2-[bis(carboxymethyl)amino]ethyl-(carboxymethyl)amino]acetic acid; EDTA; Edetic acid; 60-00-4; Edathamil; Sequestrol; Havidote; Titriplex; EDTA acid; Sequestrene aa
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 237 °C |
| Density | 0.86 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float |
| Molecular Weight | 292.24 |
| Solubility | 1000000 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Appearance | Ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid is a colorless crystalline solid. It is slightly soluble in water. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid is an ethylenediamine derivative, a tetracarboxylic acid and a polyamino carboxylic acid. It has a role as a copper chelator, a geroprotector, a calcium chelator, an antidote and an anticoagulant. It is a conjugate acid of an EDTA(2-).
Used as a synthetic reagent for transformations including oxidation, reduction, coupling, or functional group manipulation.
Hazardous reagent. May be toxic, corrosive, flammable, or reactive. Use in fume hood with full PPE. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid is: C10H16N2O8