EDTA (C₁₀H₁₆N₂O₈) is a versatile chelating agent widely used in various industries for its ability to bind and sequester metal ions. In the food industry, it acts as a preservative and stabilizer, preventing metal-catalyzed oxidation. In agriculture, EDTA is used to enhance the availability of essential micronutrients in fertilizers. It is also employed in medical applications for chelation therapy and in industrial processes to prevent metal ion contamination. EDTA is valued for its effectiveness in improving the stability and quality of products across multiple sectors.
Test Parameter | Specification | Result |
Appearance | White Crystalline Powder | Complies |
Purity | ≥ 99% | 99.3% |
Water Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
pH (1% solution) | 4.0 - 5.0 | 4.5 |
Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm | < 5 ppm |
Arsenic | ≤ 1 ppm | < 0.5 ppm |
Lead | ≤ 1 ppm | < 0.5 ppm |