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Tetrasodium Iminodisuccinate
Tetrasodium Iminodisuccinate
A readily-biodegradable chelator that binds trace metals to protect a formula from spoilage.
What it does
Tetrasodium iminodisuccinate is a chelating agent used as a more biodegradable alternative to EDTA. It binds trace metal ions that would otherwise speed up spoilage, discoloration, or breakdown of the preservative system, helping a formula stay stable. It is a stability ingredient rather than a skin active.
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