Basic information on potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate dihydrate

Potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate dihydrate is an important chemical substance that can be dissolved in organic solvents such as water and methanol. Potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate dihydrate plays an important role in fields such as medicine, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. Below, we will provide a detailed introduction to the properties and application fields of potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate dihydrate.

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Properties of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dipotassium dihydrate

Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dipotassium dihydrate is an organic compound with the molecular formula C10H12N2O8P2Na2 · 2H2O. It appears as a white powder and has good hygroscopicity. It is easily soluble in water and methanol, but slightly soluble in ethanol and benzene. It is sensitive to light and needs to be stored in a cool and dry environment.

Potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate dihydrate is a weak base that can react with acids to form corresponding salts. It can also form stable chelates with some metal ions, thus having anticoagulant effects. In addition, ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dipotassium dihydrate also has antioxidant and protective properties against multivalent metal ions.

Potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate dihydrate

Application fields of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dipotassium dihydrate

1. Medical field: Potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate dihydrate is widely used in the medical field. In addition to being used to prepare anticoagulants, protectants, chelating agents and other drugs, it can also form stable chelates with some metal ions for the treatment of metal poisoning and other diseases. In addition, it is also an important raw material commonly used in radioactive drugs and tracers.

2. Pharmaceutical field: Potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate dihydrate can be used to prepare some specific drugs and vaccines as protective agents. It can effectively protect the active ingredients in drugs, improve the stability and efficacy of drugs. In addition, it can also be used as a raw material for preparing pharmaceutical excipients and enhancing drug efficacy.

3. In the agricultural field, ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dipotassium dihydrate also has important application value. It can serve as a plant growth regulator and a protective agent for pesticides, improving crop yield and quality. In addition, it can also be used as a raw material for preparing fertilizers and pesticides.

4. Other fields: In addition to the above-mentioned fields, ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dipotassium dihydrate can also be used in electroplating, metallurgy, environmental protection and other related work. It can be used as a raw material for metal cleaning agents and corrosion inhibitors, as well as for removing heavy metal ions and radioactive substances.

Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dipotassium dihydrate plays an important role in medical, pharmaceutical, agricultural and other fields, occupying almost every aspect of our lives. Desheng produces ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dipotassium dihydrate mainly as an additive for blood collection. We can also customize products according to customer needs. Feel free to consult if you have any needs!

FAQ

What is EDTA dipotassium used for?

EDTA dipotassium salt dihydrate is use as laboratory reagent. EDTA acts as a chelator of the zinc ion in the active site of metalloproteases, and can also inhibit other metal ion-dependent proteases such as calcium-dependent cysteine proteases. EDTA may interfere with biological processes which are metal-dependent.

What is the formula for dipotassium EDTA?

Molecular Formula [CH2NCH2COOCH2COOK]2.2H2O.