N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)ethylenediaminetriacetic acid trisodium salt hydrate (CAS 207386-87-6)

N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)ethylenediaminetriacetic acid trisodium salt hydrate is a chelating agent that functions by binding to metal ions, such as calcium, magnesium, and iron. N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ethylenediaminetriacetic Acid Trisodium Salt Hydrate′s mechanism of action involves forming stable complexes with metal ions, which can be useful in various experimental applications, including metal ion detection, purification of metal-containing compounds, and as a component in certain biochemical assays. By chelating metal ions, N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)ethylenediaminetriacetic acid trisodium salt hydrate can effectively sequester them from interfering with specific reactions or processes, allowing for more precise control and manipulation of experimental conditions. The trisodium salt hydrate form of N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)ethylenediaminetriacetic acid enhances its solubility in aqueous solutions, making it particularly suitable for applications requiring water-based systems. N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)ethylenediaminetriacetic acid trisodium salt hydrate′s ability to chelate metal ions plays a functional role in facilitating the study and manipulation of metal-dependent biochemical processes.