{"product_id":"tetrasodium-edta","title":"Tetrasodium EDTA Powder","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTetrasodium EDTA Powder — Chelating Agent for Cosmetic Formulations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTetrasodium EDTA is a high-performance chelating agent that binds and neutralizes hard water minerals (calcium, magnesium, iron) that would otherwise destabilize your formulations, reduce preservative efficacy, and cause soap scum. Whether you're crafting your first foaming cleanser or optimizing a complex emulsion system, this ingredient quietly does the heavy lifting behind the scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Formulators Choose Tetrasodium EDTA\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoosts preservative efficacy\u003c\/strong\u003e — works synergistically with broad-spectrum preservatives by disrupting microbial cell walls, allowing preservatives to penetrate more effectively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproves lather quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — counteracts the defoaming action of hardness ions in soap and surfactant systems, resulting in richer, creamier foam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces soap scum\u003c\/strong\u003e — sequesters calcium and magnesium ions that cause residue on skin and surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnhydrous-friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e — can be used in low-water or dry formulations where total water content must be minimized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH adjustment utility\u003c\/strong\u003e — effective for neutralizing Carbomer and raising the pH of personal care formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTetrasodium EDTA vs. Disodium EDTA — Which Do You Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTetrasodium EDTA\u003c\/strong\u003e (pH 10.5–11.5 in solution) is ideal for \u003cstrong\u003ealkaline systems\u003c\/strong\u003e: foaming cleansers, liquid soaps, shampoos, and high-pH formulations. \u003cstrong\u003eDisodium EDTA\u003c\/strong\u003e (pH below 7) is better suited for \u003cstrong\u003eacidic to neutral systems\u003c\/strong\u003e: creams, lotions, and hair conditioners. Choosing the right form ensures you're not fighting your own pH balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncorporation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dissolve in the water phase before combining with other ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Usage Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1% for preservative efficacy enhancement; up to 0.5% in challenging hard-water formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water-soluble; dissolves readily in warm water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Effect:\u003c\/strong\u003e Will raise the pH of your formulation — account for this when targeting a specific final pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFormulation Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTetrasodium EDTA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAS Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64-02-8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Crystalline Powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH (1% aqueous solution)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.5–11.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-soluble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1–0.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 months, properly stored\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStore at 10–25°C (50–77°F), away from direct light and humidity, in a sealed container\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCosmetic Grade — External Use Only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Formulas \u0026amp; Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTetrasodium EDTA pairs well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoaming cleansers \u0026amp; liquid soaps\u003c\/strong\u003e — combine with surfactants like Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate (SLSA) for improved lather stability in hard water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreservative systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — use alongside broad-spectrum preservatives such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/phenoxyethanol-ethylhexylglycerin\"\u003ePhenoxyethanol \u0026amp; Ethylhexylglycerin\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pureactivesco.ca\/products\/optiphen-plus\"\u003eOptiphen Plus\u003c\/a\u003e to enhance microbial protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbomer gels\u003c\/strong\u003e — use to neutralize Carbomer and achieve target viscosity in gel formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShampoos \u0026amp; body washes\u003c\/strong\u003e — add to the water phase to protect fragrance and colour stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExample usage: In a foaming hand wash, add 0.1% Tetrasodium EDTA to the water phase, then incorporate your surfactant blend and 0.8–1% preservative. 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