Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid cas no:60-00-4
Synonyms: Glycine,N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis[N-(carboxymethyl)-;Aceticacid, (ethylenedinitrilo)tetra- (8CI);3,6-Diazaoctanedioic acid,3,6-bis(carboxymethyl)-;Cheelox;Complexon II;EDTA (chelating agent);Edathamil;Ethylene-N,N'-biscarboxymethyl-N,N'-diglycine;Ethylenediamine-N,N,N',N'-tetraacetic acid;Gluma Cleanser;Havidote;N,N'-1,2-Ethanediyl-bis-N-(carboxymethyl)glycine;Nervanaid B acid;Sequestric acid;Sequestrol;EDTA Acid;
NameEthylenediaminetetraacetic acid
CAS60-00-4
SynonymsGlycine,N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis[N-(carboxymethyl)-;Aceticacid, (ethylenedinitrilo)tetra- (8CI);3,6-Diazaoctanedioic acid,3,6-bis(carboxymethyl)-;Cheelox;Complexon II;EDTA (chelating agent);Edathamil;Ethylene-N,N'-biscarboxymethyl-N,N'-diglycine;Ethylenediamine-N,N,N',N'-tetraacetic acid;Gluma Cleanser;Havidote;N,N'-1,2-Ethanediyl-bis-N-(carboxymethyl)glycine;Nervanaid B acid;Sequestric acid;Sequestrol;EDTA Acid;
EINECS(EC#)200-449-4
Molecular FormulaC10H16N2O8
Molecular Weight292.24
Appearancewhite crystals or powder
refractive index1.603
storage temp2-8°C
Hazard Xi:Irritant
Risk R36/37/38
Safety
?Poison by intraperitoneal route. Experimental teratogenic and reproductive effects. Mutation data reported. A general-purpose chelating and complexing agent. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of NOx.
Hazard Codes:?Xi
Risk Statements: 36-52/53-36/37/38-36/38
R36:Irritating to eyes.?
R52/53:Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.?
R36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.?
R36/38:Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety Statements: 26-61-37/39-36
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S61:Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety data sheets.
S37/39:Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.?
S36:Wear suitable protective clothing.
WGK Germany: 2
RTECS: AH4025000
F: 3
| Organism |
Test Type |
Route |
Reported Dose (Normalized Dose) |
Effect |
Source |
| mouse |
LD50 |
intraperitoneal |
250mg/kg (250mg/kg) |
? |
National Technical Information Service. Vol. AD691-490, |
| mouse |
LD50 |
intravenous |
28500ug/kg (28.5mg/kg) |
? |
Japanese Journal of Pharmacology. Vol. 63, Pg. 187, 1993. |
| mouse |
LD50 |
oral |
30mg/kg (30mg/kg) |
? |
Food and Chemical Toxicology. Vol. 29, Pg. 845, 1991. |
| rat |
LD50 |
intraperitoneal |
397mg/kg (397mg/kg) |
BEHAVIORAL: CONVULSIONS OR EFFECT ON SEIZURE THRESHOLD |
Arhiv za Higijenu Rada i Toksikologiju. Archives of Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology. Vol. 13, Pg. 295, 1962. |
