Nitrilotriacetic Acid Chelation /NTA-HOOCHEMTEC

Nitrilotriacetic Acid, commonly known as NTA, is a versatile chelating agent utilized in various applications such as chemistry, medicine, and wastewater treatment due to its ability to bind metal ions.

• CAS Number: 139-13-9
• EINECS NO.: 205-355-7
• Molecular Formula: C6H9NO6
• Purity (%): 40%-99%
• Appearance: White crystalline powder or light yellow transparent liquid
• Packing: Available in various packaging options
• Nitrilotriacetic Acid Uses

  • Chelating Agent: NTA is a powerful chelating agent, meaning it can bind to metal ions. It is used in various chemical processes to control metal ions’ behavior, such as in the formulation of detergents and cleaning agents.

  • Metal Cleaning: NTA is employed in industrial cleaning formulations to remove and disperse metal ions, particularly in the cleaning of metal surfaces and equipment.

  • Medicine: In certain medical applications, NTA is used as a chelating agent to facilitate the elimination of toxic metal ions from the body in cases of heavy metal poisoning.

  • Wastewater Treatment: NTA is utilized in wastewater treatment processes to help in the removal of heavy metals, preventing their release into the environment.

  • Analytical Chemistry: NTA is employed in laboratory settings as a complexing agent to detect and analyze metal ions in various samples.

  • Agriculture: NTA is sometimes used in the agricultural sector as a chelating agent in fertilizers to improve nutrient availability for plants.

  • Radioactive Waste Remediation: NTA is investigated for its potential use in the treatment of certain types of radioactive waste, aiding in the sequestration and immobilization of radionuclides.