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Edetate tetrapotassium

Also known as EDTA tetrapotassium salt, Tetrapotassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate, Potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate

CAS 5964-35-2Formula C10H12K4N2O8Molar mass 444.60 g/molEC 227-743-5
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Corrosive, Harmful or irritant, Serious health hazard 7 suppliers listed
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Edetate tetrapotassium chemical structure, C10H12K4N2O8, CAS 5964-35-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
5964-35-2
Formula
C10H12K4N2O8
Molar mass
444.60 g/mol
Physical form
Liquid
HS code
292249
Category
Builders and chelating agents
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What is Edetate tetrapotassium?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Edetate tetrapotassium is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C10H12K4N2O8 and a molar mass of 444.60 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 5964-35-2. The IUPAC name is tetrapotassium, 2-[2-[bis(carboxylatomethyl)amino]ethyl-(carboxylatomethyl)amino]acetate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
tetrapotassium, 2-[2-[bis(carboxylatomethyl)amino]ethyl-(carboxylatomethyl)amino]acetate
CAS number
5964-35-2 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 7379-27-3
EC numbers
227-743-5, 230-943-5, 258-534-7
Molecular formula
C10H12K4N2O8
UNII
4TTL387KW9
InChIKey
JZBRFIUYUGTUGG-UHFFFAOYSA-J
InChI
InChI=1S/C10H16N2O8.4K/c13-7(14)3-11(4-8(15)16)1-2-12(5-9(17)18)6-10(19)20;;;;/h1-6H2,(H,13,14)(H,15,16)(H,17,18)(H,19,20);;;;/q;4*+1/p-4
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(CN(CC(=O)[O-])CC(=O)[O-])N(CC(=O)[O-])CC(=O)[O-].[K+].[K+].[K+].[K+]

Synonyms

  • EDTA tetrapotassium salt
  • Tetrapotassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate
  • Potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate
  • Tetrapotassium EDTA
  • Edta, tetrapotassium
  • Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid tetrapotassium salt
  • Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid potassium salt
  • Acetic acid, (ethylenedinitrilo)tetra-, tetrapotassium salt
  • Glycine, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis(N-(carboxymethyl)-, potassium salt
  • N,N'-Ethylenebis(N-(carboxymethyl)aminoacetic) acid, potassium salt
  • N,N'-ethylenebis[N-(carboxymethyl)aminoacetic] acid, potassium salt
  • Glycine, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis(N-(carboxymethyl)-, tetrapotassium salt
  • Glycine, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis[N-(carboxymethyl)-, potassium salt
  • Glycine, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis[N-(carboxymethyl)-, tetrapotassium salt
  • Glycine, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis(N-(carboxymethyl)-, potassium salt (1:4)
  • Glycine, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis(N-(carboxymethyl)-, potassium salt (1:?)
  • Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid, potassium salt
  • Glycine, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis[N-(carboxymethyl)-, potassium salt (1:?)
  • Glycine, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis[N-(carboxymethyl)-, potassium salt (1:4)
  • N,N'-1,2-Ethanediylbis(N-(carboxymethyl)glycine) monopotassium salt
  • Glycine, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis(N-(carboxymethyl)-, monopotassium salt
  • Acetic acid, (ethylenedinitrilo)tetra-, tetrapotassium salt (8CI)
  • Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid monopotassium salt
  • EDTA-3K
  • tetrapotassium, 2-[2-[bis(carboxylatomethyl)amino]ethyl-(carboxylatomethyl)amino]acetate
Show all 30 synonyms
  • EDTA tripotassium salt, Tripotassium ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid
  • Potassium 2,2',2'',2'''-(ethane-1,2-diylbis(azanetriyl))tetraacetate
  • Edta, tetrapotassium salt, 45% soln
  • tetrapotassium 2,2',2'',2'''-(ethane-1,2-diyldinitrilo)tetraacetate
  • tripotassium,2-[2-[bis(carboxylatomethyl)amino]ethyl-(carboxymethyl)amino]acetate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Physical form
Liquidexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
444.60 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
443.9142 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-19.39calc.
Topological polar surface area
167 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
10calc.
Rotatable bonds
11calc.
Heavy atoms
24calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.6calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Components
5calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS05: Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant
GHS08: Serious health hazard
Serious health hazard

Hazard statements

  • H302 + H332Harmful if swallowed. Harmful if inhaled.
  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H318Causes serious eye damage.
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H332Harmful if inhaled.
  • H373May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Precautionary statements (16)
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P305 + P354 + P338If in eyes: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P317Get medical help.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Industrial uses: Intermediate, Chelating agent.

Consumer uses: Chelating agent.

Functional uses

  • Chelating agent
  • Preservative
  • Stabilizing agent

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Edetate tetrapotassium is traded under.

HS 2922.49Indicative HS code

Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and…

World exports in 2024
$3.88B
−11.5% vs 2023, imports $3.87B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China38.7%
  2. India * partner reported8.3%
  3. Germany8.1%
Top importers
  1. United States13.4%
  2. Germany11.1%
  3. Japan6.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Edetate tetrapotassium is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Edetate tetrapotassium, based on the data on this page

What is Edetate tetrapotassium?

Edetate tetrapotassium is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C10H12K4N2O8 and a molar mass of 444.60 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 5964-35-2. The IUPAC name is tetrapotassium, 2-[2-[bis(carboxylatomethyl)amino]ethyl-(carboxylatomethyl)amino]acetate.

What is the CAS number of Edetate tetrapotassium?

The CAS registry number of Edetate tetrapotassium is 5964-35-2. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 7379-27-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Edetate tetrapotassium?

The molecular formula of Edetate tetrapotassium is C10H12K4N2O8 and its molar mass is 444.60 g/mol.

What is Edetate tetrapotassium used for?

Industrial uses: Intermediate, Chelating agent. Consumer uses: Chelating agent.

Is Edetate tetrapotassium hazardous?

Edetate tetrapotassium carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed. harmful if inhaled, harmful if swallowed, causes serious eye damage. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Edetate tetrapotassium?

Edetate tetrapotassium is usually classified under HS code 292249 (Amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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