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Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate

Also known as: trisodium EDDS, EDDS

Safe

Considered low-hazard for human health at typical use levels and has a favorable environmental profile because it biodegrades more readily than EDTA. Not a food additive.

What it is

A readily biodegradable aminopolycarboxylate chelating agent used as an alternative to EDTA.

Chelating/sequestering agent in cosmetics, detergents, and cleaning products that binds metal ions to stabilize formulas; not a food ingredient.

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Permitted cosmetic/cleaning ingredient

European Union — EFSA

Not a food ingredient; permitted cosmetic ingredient under EU Cosmetic Regulation

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