Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid trisodium hydrate

Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (trisodium hydrate) is an organic compound characterized by carboxylic acid functional groups. It is widely utilized as a chelating agent in industrial and medical applications, notably in the food and pharmaceutical sectors. With its strong metal ion binding properties, it helps sequester trace metals that might compromise product quality or stability. Furthermore, it functions as an anticoagulant in blood collection tubes and serves as a stabilizer in certain cosmetics and personal care products.