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Disodium EDTA

Chelating AgentPreservative

Also known as: EDTA, Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid Disodium Salt, Edetate Disodium

A chelating agent that binds metal ions to improve product stability and enhance preservative effectiveness.

Benefits

Improves product stability, enhances preservative efficacy, prevents oxidation caused by metal ions, maintains product clarity.

How to Use

Present as a formulation ingredient. No specific application instructions.

Technical Details
Typical Concentrations0.01%-0.1%
Research Summary

CIR-reviewed as safe in cosmetics. Enhances the efficacy of preservative systems by chelating metal ions that support microbial growth.

Cautions

Well tolerated at cosmetic concentrations. Not expected to penetrate skin significantly. Environmental persistence concerns.

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