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Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid disodium salt dihydrate, 99+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid disodium salt dihydrate is used as a chelator of divalent cations. It inhibits enzymes such as metalloproteases that require divalent cations for activity. It is also used in chelation therapy. It acts as a sequestering agent in shampoos, cleaners and other personal care products and serves as an anticoagulant for blood samples.
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Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid disodium salt dihydrate is used as a chelator of divalent cations. It inhibits enzymes such as metalloproteases that require divalent cations for activity. It is also used in chelation therapy. It acts as a sequestering agent in shampoos, cleaners and other personal care products and serves as an anticoagulant for blood samples.
Solubility
Soluble in water.
Notes
Hygroscopic.Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, metals and copper.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 248°C (decomposition) |
Quantity | 250 g |
Beilstein | 3900609 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 372.24 (336.22 Anhydrous) |
Percent Purity | ≥99% |
Chemical Name or Material | Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid disodium salt dihydrate |
Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H332-H373 |
Precautionary Statement | P260-P271-P304+P340-P312-P314-P501c |
EINECSNumber | 205-358-3 |
RTECSNumber | AH4375000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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