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Ethylenediaminetriacetic acid

Description:
Ethylenediaminetriacetic acid (EDTA) is a chelating agent widely used in various applications, including medicine, agriculture, and industrial processes. It is a colorless, crystalline solid that is soluble in water, forming stable complexes with metal ions. The chemical structure of EDTA features two amine groups and three carboxylic acid groups, allowing it to effectively bind to divalent and trivalent metal ions, such as calcium, magnesium, and lead. This property makes EDTA valuable in treating heavy metal poisoning and in water treatment processes to prevent scale formation. Additionally, EDTA is utilized in analytical chemistry for titrations and as a stabilizing agent in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Its ability to form stable complexes also makes it useful in various biochemical applications, including enzyme stabilization and protein purification. However, the environmental impact of EDTA, particularly its persistence in aquatic systems, has raised concerns, leading to ongoing research into biodegradable alternatives. Overall, EDTA is a versatile compound with significant industrial and medical relevance.
Formula:C8H14N2O6
InChI:InChI=1S/C8H14N2O6/c11-6(12)3-9-1-2-10(4-7(13)14)5-8(15)16/h9H,1-5H2,(H,11,12)(H,13,14)(H,15,16)
InChI key:InChIKey=OUDSFQBUEBFSPS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:N(CCNCC(O)=O)(CC(O)=O)CC(O)=O
Synonyms:
  • N-{2-[Bis(carboxymethyl)amino]ethyl}glycine
  • Glycine, N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N′-ethylenedi-
  • N-(Carboxymethyl)-N-[2-[(carboxymethyl)amino]ethyl]glycine
  • Glycine, N-(carboxymethyl)-N-[2-[(carboxymethyl)amino]ethyl]-
  • 3,6-Diazaoctanedioic acid, 3-(carboxymethyl)-
  • Ethylenediaminetriacetic acid
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