Tetrasodium EDTA

Description

1. Product Overview

Tetrasodium EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid Tetrasodium Salt) is a high-performance chelating agent widely used to bind and neutralize metal ions in industrial formulations. It plays a critical role in enhancing product stability, preventing scale formation, and improving process efficiency across multiple sectors. Known for its strong sequestration capability, it is essential in water treatment, detergents, cosmetics, and chemical processing. Its strategic importance lies in enabling consistent product quality while reducing operational inefficiencies caused by metal contamination.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Tetrasodium salt of EDTA (C₁₀H₁₂N₂Na₄O₈)
• Purity Level: Typically ≥ 99% (industrial and technical grades available)
• Physical Form: White crystalline powder or granular solid
• Solubility: Highly soluble in water
• pH (1% solution): ~10.5 – 11.5
• Chelation Strength: Strong binding affinity for Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺, Fe³⁺, and other polyvalent metal ions
• Bulk Density: ~0.7 – 0.9 g/cm³
• Packaging Options:
  • 25 kg woven polypropylene (PP) bags with inner liner
  • 500 kg / 1000 kg jumbo bags (FIBC)
• Shelf Life: 24 months under dry, sealed storage conditions

3. Core Industrial Applications

Primary Industries:

• Water treatment and wastewater management
• Detergents and cleaning chemicals manufacturing
• Personal care and cosmetics
• Textile processing
• Pulp and paper production
• Agriculture (micronutrient formulations)

Operational Use Cases:

• Chelation of hardness ions in water systems to prevent scaling
• Stabilization of formulations by binding trace metals
• Enhancement of detergent performance in hard water conditions
• Preservation of product integrity in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals
• Improvement of bleaching efficiency in pulp and textile processing

Performance Advantages:

• Superior chelating efficiency compared to alternative agents, ensuring consistent process outcomes
• Reduces chemical consumption by improving formulation effectiveness
• Enhances equipment lifespan by minimizing scale and deposit formation
• Cost-effective solution for large-scale industrial applications

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Manufactured under strict quality control to ensure uniform chelation performance
• Supply Reliability: Scalable production capacity with stable global supply chains
• Logistics Capability: Optimized bulk handling and export-ready packaging formats
• Price Competitiveness: Efficient sourcing and production enable attractive bulk pricing
• Sustainability: Supports reduced chemical waste and improved process efficiency
• Technical Support: Comprehensive documentation, including COA, MSDS, and application guidance available

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT
• Loading Capacity:
  • 20 FT Container: ~20–22 MT
  • 40 FT Container: ~24–26 MT