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MOSINTER Chelating Agent / Biodegradable

Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate

Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate (GLDA-4NA) — Light yellow transparent liquid, 38%/47% content available

CAS Number 51981-21-6
GLDA-4NA content 38% / 47%
Appearance Light Yellow Transparent Liquid
pH Value 11.0 — 12.0
NTA ≤ 0.1%
Quality Assurance
In-house Production
Biodegradable

Technical Specifications

GLDA-4NA 38% Specification

Test Items Standard
Content (%) 38% Min.
pH (10g/L, 25℃) 11.0 — 12.0
NTA (%) ≤ 0.1% Max.
Appearance Light Yellow Transparent Liquid

GLDA-4NA 47% Specification

Test Items Standard
Content (%) 47% Min.
pH (10g/L, 25℃) 11.0 — 12.0
NTA (%) ≤ 0.1% Max.
Appearance Light Yellow Transparent Liquid

Basic Info

ProjectsDescription
Chemical NameN,N-bis(carboxymethyl)-L-glutamic acid tetrasodium salt
English NameTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
AbbreviationGLDA-4NA
CAS Number51981-21-6
Molecular FormulaC9H9NO8Na4
Molecular Weight351.1
AppearanceLight Yellow Transparent Liquid
BiodegradabilityYes (OECD 301B test)

Product Description

Product Overview

Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate (N,N-bis(carboxymethyl)-L-glutamate tetrasodium, abbreviated as GLDA-4NA) is a new biodegradable chelating agent. Product is a light yellow transparent liquid, available in GLDA-4NA content 38% and 47% specifications, pH (10g/L, 25℃) 11.0-12.0, NTA content ≤0.1%. Molecular formula C9H9NO8Na4, molecular weight 351.1, CAS 51981-21-6. GLDA is a derivative of the natural amino acid glutamic acid, with excellent chelating ability and complete biodegradability, an ideal replacement for traditional chelating agents such as EDTA and NTA.

Core Advantages

  • BiodegradableGLDA is fully biodegradable in natural environments, aligning with green and eco-friendly trends
  • High-efficiency ChelationExcellent chelating ability for Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺, Fe³⁺, Cu²⁺, Zn²⁺ and other metal ions
  • Low NTA contentNTA content ≤0.1%, far lower than traditional products, safer and more eco-friendly
  • Two specifications availableAvailable in 38% and 47% content grades to meet different application needs
  • Good SolubilityPale yellow transparent liquid, easy to blend and use
  • Moderate AlkalinitypH 11.0-12.0, suitable for various formulation systems

Product Advantage Comparison

Features GLDA-4NA EDTA
Biodegradability Fully Biodegradable Hard to Degrade
Environmental Friendliness Eco-Friendly Poses environmental accumulation risk
Chelating capacity (pH range) Effective Across Wide pH Range Performance decreases when pH > 10
Skin Irritation Low Irritation Moderate Irritation

Applicable Scenarios

Laundry Detergent
Dishwashing
Personal Care
Home Cleaning

Application Guide

Laundry, dishwashing, and personal care

Used in laundry liquid, laundry powder, dishwashing liquid, dishwasher detergent, shampoo, body wash, hand soap and other cleaning and care products.

  • Chelates Ca²⁺ and Mg²⁺ ions in water to soften water quality.
  • Enhances the cleaning power of detergents
  • Prevents scale deposition
  • Gentle and low-irritation to skin

Recommended Dosage:Recommended addition of 0.5%-2% GLDA-4NA in laundry detergent

Home Cleaning

Used in multi-purpose cleaners, floor cleaners, and other household cleaning products.

  • Remove hard water stains from hard surfaces
  • Enhances Detergent Performance
  • Suitable for multiple cleaning formulations
  • Eco-friendly and safe formula design

Recommended Dosage:For household cleaners, a recommended dosage of 0.3%–1.5% GLDA-4NA

Storage and usage precautions
  • Store in a dry, ventilated warehouse, away from direct sunlight.
  • Stack lightly, handle with care, avoid packaging damage.
  • 250 kg drum, 1250 kg IBC tote, or customized as per client requirements
  • Avoid mixing with strong acids, strong oxidizers, and similar substances.
  • Wear protective gloves during use and avoid prolonged skin contact.
  • If it enters eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention.

FAQ

This product is available in two specifications:

  • GLDA-4NA 38%Content 38% Min., suitable for general washing formulas.
  • GLDA-4NA 47%Content ≥47% Min., high-concentration version, suitable for applications requiring higher active ingredients

Selection suggestion: Choose the appropriate specification based on your formulation needs and application scenario, high-concentration version can reduce shipping and storage costs.

This product supports export, and available export documents include:

  • Commercial Invoice
  • Packing List
  • Certificate of Origin (CO)
  • SDS/MSDS (multi-language version)
  • Certificate of Analysis (COA)

Specific MOQ and packaging specifications can be discussed with our commercial team via the inquiry form

Store in sealed original packaging, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area; shelf life is12 MonthsStorage precautions:

  • Store in a dry and ventilated warehouse, protected from direct sunlight
  • Stack lightly, handle with care, avoid packaging damage
  • Recommended Storage Temperature 5-35°C

GLDA-4NA offers the following advantages over traditional EDTA:

  • BiodegradableGLDA is completely biodegradable by microorganisms, aligning with green environmental trends, while EDTA is difficult to degrade
  • Eco-friendlyNo environmental accumulation risk
  • Low IrritationLower skin irritation, suitable for personal care products
  • High pH adaptabilityMaintains effective chelating capacity across a wide pH range

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