In manufacturing, EDTA is used to improve stability of some pharmaceutical products, detergents, liquid soaps, shampoos, agricultural chemical sprays, contact lens cleaners and cosmetics. It is also used in certain blood collection tubes used by medical laboratories.

What are the uses of EDTA?

EDTA is presently used intravenously for heart and blood vessel conditions including irregular heartbeat, atherosclerosis, angina, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.

Why is EDTA required?

Historically, EDTA has been recommended as the anticoagulant of choice for hematological testing because it allows the best preservation of cellular components and morphology of blood cells.