Description

Ethylenebis[Nitrilobis(Methylene)]Tetrakisphosphonic Acid, Potassium Salt is a highly effective organic phosphonate scale and corrosion inhibitor. This compound is valued for its exceptional chelating and threshold inhibition properties, making it a critical component in water treatment formulations. It is primarily used by industrial facilities, chemical manufacturers, and water treatment specialists to protect equipment and ensure process efficiency.

Application

• Industrial Water Treatment: As a key ingredient in cooling water and boiler water treatment programs to prevent scale formation (e.g., calcium carbonate, calcium sulfate) and inhibit corrosion of metal surfaces.
• Oilfield & Geothermal Applications: Used in squeeze treatments and continuous injection for scale control in downhole and topside production systems.
• Pulp & Paper Industry: Employed in process water systems to control scale in digesters, washers, and bleach plants, improving operational efficiency.
• Detergent & Cleaning Formulations: Acts as a builder and chelant to enhance cleaning power by sequestering water hardness ions (Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺).
• Textile Processing: Used to prevent scale deposition on machinery and fabrics during dyeing and finishing operations.
• Metal Surface Treatment: Serves as a component in pickling and plating baths to control metal ions and improve surface quality.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethylenebis[Nitrilobis(Methylene)]Tetrakisphosphonic Acid, Potassium Salt
CAS No.	34274-30-1
Molecular Formula	C6H12K4N2O12P4
Molecular Weight	538.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium Ethylenediamine Tetra(Methylene Phosphonate); Potassium EDTMP; EDTMP-K4; Dequest® 2054 (Trade Name); Ethylenediaminetetrakis(methylenephosphonic acid) potassium salt; 1,2-Ethanediamine, N,N,N',N'-tetrakis(methylenephosphonic acid), potassium salt; Ethylenediamine tetra(methylene phosphonic acid) potassium salt; Phosphonic acid, [[(phosphonomethyl)imino]bis[2,1-ethanediylnitrilobis(methylene)]]tetrakis-, potassium salt
EINECS	251-909-1

Quality Control

Our Ethylenebis[Nitrilobis(Methylene)]Tetrakisphosphonic Acid, Potassium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent performance and meets the specifications required for industrial water treatment applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, active content, and key physical parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may lead to caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Active Content)	≥ 95.0 %
pH (1% aqueous solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 2.0 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 10 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 50 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.