INCI name

TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE

Trisodium EDDS

Chelatingreviewed

A biodegradable chelating agent.

What it is

Trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate (EDDS) is a chelating agent that binds metal ions. It is often used as a more readily biodegradable alternative to EDTA.

Where it is used

Found in shampoos, shower gels, creams and cleansers.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Functions

Chelating
Forming complexes with metal ions which could affect the stability and/or appearance of cosmetics.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (339)

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