Description
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid dipotassium salt (EDTA-K2) is a salt form of EDTA, commonly used in various industrial and laboratory applications. It is a white, crystalline powder, soluble in water. EDTA-K2 is often utilized as a chelating agent to sequester metal ions, preventing their interference in chemical reactions or as a preservative in food and cosmetics. It is also employed in medical and analytical chemistry for metal ion analysis and as a component in buffer solutions.