Biodegradable Chelating Agent: HIDS™ Tetrasodium 3-Hydroxy-2,2'-Iminodisuccinate

Basic Information

Chemical Structure
Chemical Formula C8H7NO9・4Na
CAS No.190195-65-4
Molecular Weight 353.1
Appearance Pale yellow~yellow, liquid
Product Form50wt% aqueous solution
pH10±1(*)
Density1.40~1.60 (20 C)
* The specifications may be changed without notice.

Features and Properties

  • High biodegradable chelating capability: HIDS™ effectively traps and inactivates heavy metal ions such as Fe3+ and Cu2+, as well as Ca2+ and Mg2+ over wide range of pH; it prevents troubles caused by metal ions contained in water.
  • High performance under various conditions: HIDS™ shows superior performance as a chelating agent added to industrial and household detergents, etc. It has high thermal stability, high solubility in concentrated alkaline aqueous solutions, and low corrosion to glass.
  •  Environmentally-friendly chelating agent: HIDS™ is a top-class biodegradable and safe chelating agent.

Examples of Applications

HIDS™ has a wide-range of applications including in: Household detergents, Industrial detergents, Fiber surface conditioner, Bleaching aids, Water treatment agents, Chemical agents for photography, Paper and pulp processing additives, Plated sheet steel detergents, Semiconductor detergents, Anti-deposition for aluminum cases (aluminum etching), Plating pretreatment agents (degreasing agents, derusting agents), Soil improving agents, Raw materials for cosmetics, etc.
Please use this product after investigating by yourself matters concerning the compliance of legal regulations, independent industry standards and other rules and the proper usage methods for your intended applications.

Details of Functions

Acid Dissociation Constants and Stability Constants of Chelate Complexes

Acid Dissociation ConstantspKa1:2.83
pKa2:3.56
pKa3:5.15
pKa4:9.11
Stability Constants of Chelate ComplexespKaCa2+:4.8
pKaFe3+:12.5
C.V. Values300mg CaCO3/g

Fe3+ Chelating Capability

The biodegradable chelating agent HIDS™ forms stable water-soluble complexes with various metal ions over a wide range of pH values.
It is particularly excellent in chelating Fe3+ in alkaline solutions.

Test SolutionChelating agent 0.01M
Fe3+  0.01M
TemperatureRoom temperature
Test MethodThe test solution was left to stand for seven days at room temperature. Then the solution was filtered to remove the sediments (hydrate Fe compounds), and the Fe3+ concentration in the filtrate was measured.
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(*) Residual Fe3+: Ratio of the Fe3+ dispersing evenly in the solution after the test to the initial Fe3+.

Thermal Stability and pH Stability

The biodegradable chelating agent HIDS™ has a wide range of applications including in harsh conditions; it is stable at high temperatures and at a range of pH 4-13.

Test SolutionBiodegradable chelating agent HIDS™: 10%
Temperature80℃
Test MethodThe test solution was incubated at 80°C, and aliquots were sampled at the indicated hours. The residual amount of the biodegradable chelating agent HIDS™ was measured using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
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Solubility in Alkaline Aqueous Solutions

The biodegradable chelating agent HIDS™ is highly soluble in alkaline aqueous solutions.
In particular, HIDS™ can be added into highly-concentrated alkaline aqueous solutions without the addition of solubilizing agents.

Temperature0℃
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Solubilization of Water-insoluble Calcium Salt

The biodegradable chelating agent HIDS™ is able to solubilize water-insoluble calcium salt, which is the main component of scales.
HIDS™ can effectively remove scales in tanks and tubes, and prevent scale generation.

Test SolutionWater-insoluble calcium salt: 0.6%, Chelating agent: 0.2%, NaOH: 3%
Temperature80℃
Test MethodThe test solution was stirred at 80°C for one hour, and then the concentration of dissolved Ca2+ was measured.
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(*) Calcium salt solubilization ability: Ratio of the dissolved Ca salt to the initially added calcium salt.

Glass Corrosion

The biodegradable chelating agent HIDS™ is less corrosive to glass compared to other chelating agents.

Test SolutionNaOH 10%, Chelating agent 3%
Test PieceSlide glass
Temperature100℃
Test MethodThe test pieces were placed in the test solution for three days at 100°C, and then removed from the solution and washed.
The corrosion degree was calculated from the weight change per unit of area.
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Environmental Impact

BiodegradabilityBiodegradable (*1)
Fish Toxicity  LC50 ≥ 2,000 ppm (Himedaka (Oryzias latipes) 96 hr) (*1)
(*1) These values were measured by an external test laboratory commissioned from Nippon Shokubai.

Safety

Acute ToxicityOral Toxicity LD50 > 2,000 mg/kg (*1)
Local EffectNo primary skin irritation
(P.I.I. = 0.4 (45 wt%), P.I.I. = 0 (35 wt%), P.I.I. = 0 (10 wt%) P.I.I. = 0 (89 wt%, powder)) (*1)
No primary eye irritation (*1)
SensitizationNo skin sensitization (*1)
Ames TestNegative (*1)
(*1) These values were measured by an external test laboratory commissioned from Nippon Shokubai.

Laws and Regulations

Chemical Substances Control Act (CSCA)(2)-3803
Industrial Safety and Health Act2-(4)-945
TSCAListed in TSCA Inventory

Handling and Storage Precautions

  • Please use the products while wearing appropriate protective equipment, and avoid contact with the eyes, skin and clothing.
  • Please avoid storing the products in direct sunlight, and keep the lids tightly closed for storage.

Protective Equipment

Eye protection: Safety glasses with side shields, goggles, plastic face shield
Hand protection: Protective (chemical resistant) gloves
Skin and Body protection: Safety clothes and shoes

The data listed above are extracted from the Material Safety Data Sheet (SDS, HPJ-1521-00-01).Safety information for this product is listed in the Chemical Products Safety Data Sheet (SDS: HPJ-1521-00-00); it is available on request from Nippon Shokubai.