HEDP

Hydroxyethylidene Diphosphonic Acid (HEDP)

Chemical Formula: C₂H₈O₇P₂
CAS Number: 2809-21-4
Appearance: Colorless to light yellow transparent liquid or white crystalline powder.

Key Features

• Excellent chelating and scale inhibition properties.

• Stable under high temperatures and in acidic or alkaline conditions.

• Non-toxic, biodegradable, and environmentally friendly.

• Widely used in water treatment, detergents, and industrial cleaning.

• Compatible with other chemicals and additives.

Applications

1. Water Treatment:

• Used as a scale and corrosion inhibitor in cooling water systems.

• Acts as a chelating agent to prevent metal ion deposition in boilers and pipelines.

• Used in reverse osmosis (RO) systems to improve efficiency.

2. Detergents and Cleaning Agents:

• Used in detergents to enhance cleaning efficiency and prevent scale formation.

• Acts as a stabilizer in bleach and other cleaning formulations.

3. Industrial Applications:

• Used in textile and dyeing industries to improve dye fixation and color brightness.

• Acts as a dispersant in paper and pulp manufacturing.

4. Other Applications:

• Used in oilfield chemicals to prevent scale formation in pipelines.

• Acts as a stabilizer in personal care products and cosmetics.

Safety and Handling

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from moisture and incompatible materials.

• Safety: Wear protective equipment (e.g., gloves, masks, goggles) during handling to avoid direct contact with skin and eyes.

• Transport: Transport in accordance with non-hazardous chemical transportation regulations.