Calcium disodium edetate dihydrate

Independent reference data for Calcium disodium edetate dihydrate (CAS 23411-34-9), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

CIR ingredient: Calcium Disodium EDTAUsed as an antidote in metal poisoning, a sequestering agent in foods, an in vitro anticoagulant of blood, and an antigushing agent in beer; Also used in drugs, cosmetics, and other chemicals to sequester trace minerals and prevent oxidation and discoloration; [HSDB]

Synonyms and trade names

Edetate calcium disodium; EDTA calcium disodium; Detoxamin; Calcium disodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate; Edetate calcium disodium anhydrous; DTXSID2036409; INS NO.385; INS-385; Edetate Calcium Disodium (anhydrous); NSC-310151; C10H12CaN2Na2O8; DTXCID0016409; E-385; 8U5D034955; Calcium disodium edetate hydrate; Calcium disodium EDTA dihydrate

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Regulatory Status of Color Additives: Foods, Drugs FDA Substance added to food: ANTIOXIDANT, COLOR OR COLORING ADJUNCT, FLAVOR ENHANCER, FUMIGANT, SEQUESTRANT FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS PRESERVATIVE; SEQUESTRANT: Food Additives EDTA, CALCIUM DISODIUM Calcium disodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate (EDTA)
GHS notification summary	81.1% (210 / 259)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	81.1% (210 / 259)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (17.4%), H319 (17.4%), H335 (17.4%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 81.1% (210 of 259) of all reports.

H315 (17.4%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

Calcium disodium edetate dihydrate · CAS 23411-34-9 · C10H12CaN2O8.2Na. UNII 8U5D034955. Melting Point: >300; Color Additive Status: 73.1; Color Additive Status: 172.120.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.