NTA is a biodegradable alternative to EDTA used as a chelating agent in detergents and water treatment.
White crystalline powder Water-soluble (especially as sodium salt) Biodegradable Forms stable complexes with Ca, Mg, Fe
• Biodegradable detergent builder (replaces phosphates) • Water treatment (scale inhibition) • Metal cleaning • Photographic chemistry • Textile auxiliary
REACH compliant. Considered more environmentally acceptable than EDTA in some applications.
Direct supply from EU producers.
Possible carcinogen under IARC Group 2B evaluation. Handle with appropriate precautions.