What is it?
N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)ethylenediaminetriacetic acid
What does it do?
Hedta is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Hedta is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hedta?
Hedta is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)ethylenediaminetriacetic acid
Is Hedta allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hedta is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hedta do in cosmetic products?
Hedta is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, bulking, chelating, opacifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Hedta?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hedta is 150-39-0.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010