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Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid

CAS 60-00-4
EC 200-449-4

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid
Product Code
118430000; 118430010; 118432500
Chemical Name
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid
Synonyms
(Ethylenedinitrilo)tetraacetic acid; EDTA; Edetic acid; Diaminoethanetetraacetic acid

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
60-00-4 Check regulations →
EC Number
200-449-4 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119486399-18

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals. SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites, PC21 - Laboratory chemicals, PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent, ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

T

Thermo Fisher Scientific

manufacturer

Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium

F

Fisher Scientific UK

distributor

Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom

F

Fisher Scientific AG

distributor

Neuhofstrasse 11, CH 4153 Reinach

+41 (0) 56 618 41 11

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

001-800-227-6701

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 11

Emergency Contact

001-201-796-7100

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 99

CHEMTREC

001-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

001-703-527-3887

Tox Info Suisse

145

24hr

Tox Info Suisse

+41-44 251 51 51

Chemtrec

0800 564 402

24h

Chemtrec

+41-43 508 20 11

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
STOT RE Cat. 2 H373

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H332 Harmful if inhaled
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled

Precautionary Statements

P280 Wear eye protection/ face protection
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid EC: 200-449-4 60-00-4 99% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.

Ingestion

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Immediate Medical Attention

Treat symptomatically.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam.

Unsuitable media

No information available.

Specific hazards

Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment as required. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid dust formation.

Environmental

Should not be released into the environment.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.

Materials: suitable containers

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid dust formation. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.

Storage

Keep in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source

Hands

Protective gloves. Glove material: Natural rubber, Butyl rubber, Nitrile rubber, Neoprene, PVC. Breakthrough time: See manufacturers recommendations. EU standard: EN 374. (minimum requirement)

Eyes

Goggles (European standard - EN 166)

Respiratory

When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators. To protect the wearer, respiratory protective equipment must be the correct fit and be used and maintained properly. Large scale/emergency use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended Filter type: Particulates filter conforming to EN 143. Small scale/Laboratory use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149:2001 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended half mask:- Valve filtering: EN405; or; Half mask: EN140; plus filter, EN 141. When RPE is used a face piece Fit Test should be conducted

Skin/Body

Long sleeved clothing. Inspect gloves before use. observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. (Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information) gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatibility, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g. sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion. gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.

Environmental

Prevent product from entering drains. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Explosive Limits
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Vapor Pressure
0.013 hPa @ 20 °C
Decomposition Temperature
> 150°C
Partition Coefficient
---
Molecular Weight
292.23
Colour
---
Flash Point
> 100 °C / > 212 °F
Softening Point
No data available
Solidification Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Physical State
Powder Solid
Form
---
Colour Intensity
---
Appearance
White
Properties Status
---
Vapor Density
Not applicable
Boiling Point
No information available
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Odor Threshold
No data available
Melting Point
220 °C / 428 °F
Cloud Point
---
Solubility In Water
0.5 g/L (20°C) - 2.2 g/L (80°C)
Flammability
No information available
Odor
Odorless
Physical State Data
solid
Relative Density
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
200 °C / 392 °F
Voc Content
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Freezing Point
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Solubility
---
Bulk Density
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable - Solid
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Density
0.86 @ 20°C
Ph
2.5 (10 g/L (23°C))
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerization does not occur. None under normal processing.

Avoid

Avoid dust formation. Incompatible products. Excess heat.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents. Strong bases. Metals. copper.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides (NOx). Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2).

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

12.1. Toxicity

Ecotoxicity effects Contains no substances known to be hazardous to the environment or that are not degradable in waste water treatment plants. | Component | Freshwater Fish | Water Flea | Freshwater Algae | | --- | --- | --- | --- |

Contains no substances known to be hazardous to the environment or that are not degradable in waste water treatment plants.

12.1. Toxicity

Component | Freshwater Fish | Water Flea | Freshwater Algae --- | --- | --- | --- Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid | LC50: 34 - 62 mg/L, 96h static (Lepomis macrochirus) LC50: 44.2 - 76.5 mg/L, 96h static (Pimephales promelas) | EC50: = 113 mg/L, 48h Static (Daphnia magna) | EC50: = 1.01 mg/L, 72h (Desmodesmus subspicatus)

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Persistence Soluble in water, Persistence is unlikely, based on information available.

Persistence is unlikely as the substance is soluble in water.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulation is unlikely

Bioaccumulation is unlikely.

12.4. Mobility in soil

The product is water soluble, and may spread in water systems. Will likely be mobile in the environment due to its water solubility. Highly mobile in soils

The product is water soluble and highly mobile in soils, with the potential to spread in water systems.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Substance is not considered persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT) / very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB).

Substance is not considered persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT) / very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB).

12.6. Endocrine disrupting properties

Endocrine Disruptor Information | This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors

This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors

12.7. Other adverse effects

Persistent Organic Pollutant | This product does not contain any known or suspected substance Ozone Depletion Potential | This product does not contain any known or suspected substance

This product does not contain any known or suspected substance regarding Persistent Organic Pollutants or Ozone Depletion Potential.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Dispose of in accordance with the European Directives on waste and hazardous waste. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

Disposal

Waste is classified as hazardous.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid known by?

Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid is also known as: (Ethylenedinitrilo)tetraacetic acid; EDTA; Edetic acid; Diaminoethanetetraacetic acid

What is the hazard signal word for Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid?

Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid is a powder solid appearing as white . It has odorless odor.

What is Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid used for?

Laboratory chemicals. SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites, PC21 - Laboratory chemicals, PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent, ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

What are the hazard statements for Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled
  • H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled

What is the melting point of Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid?

The melting point is 220 °C / 428 °F and the boiling point is No information available.