Tetrasodium EDTA

Tetrasodium EDTA molecular structurePubChem

1-2 year old toddlers • Skin contact product

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Is this toddler-safe to use Tetrasodium Edta?

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YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 3 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Tetrasodium Edta is generally considered safe for 1-2 year old toddlers when used in topical products. Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.

ℹ️General Overview

For toddlers (1-2 years old) this ingredient is usually low risk at the tiny amounts used in skin products. It can irritate sensitive skin or eyes and can increase how much other things get into the skin, so use with caution on young children.

✅What to Do

Choose products made for children or labeled for sensitive skin, prefer rinse-off items (like shampoos or washes) if possible, do a small patch test on the arm before regular use, avoid applying where the skin is broken, red, or has eczema, and keep products away from the child’s eyes and mouth. If irritation appears, stop use and rinse the area with water.

⚠️Warnings

Watch for skin redness, stinging, or eye irritation — this ingredient is listed as an irritant under EU hazard guidance. It is also noted by product safety reviewers as a penetration enhancer (meaning it can increase absorption of other ingredients). Some regulatory summaries recommend limits on how much can be used in products, so avoid products that don’t list ingredients clearly or that are not intended for children.

Confidence: HIGH

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Irritant: This ingredient is officially classed as an irritant by the EU GHS hazard codes. That means it can cause skin or eye redness, itch, or breathing irritation if it touches skin or is breathed in.
Organ Risk: Environment Canada lists this chemical as expected to be toxic or harmful to non-reproductive body systems and gives it a medium human-health priority. That signals a real risk of harm to organs (for example liver or kidneys) with harmful exposures.
Absorbed: A cosmetic safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) identifies this ingredient as a penetration enhancer. That means it can help other substances, and itself, get through the skin into the body.
Long-Term Risk: Workplace limits and the medium health-priority classification (reported by regulators) indicate caution for repeated or long-term exposure. Those findings suggest possible health effects after years of exposure.

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Alternative Names for Tetrasodium EDTA

This ingredient may also be listed as:

tetrasodium edtaCHEMBL2104344C10H12N2NA4O8EC 200-573-9TETRASODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINETETRAACETATE HYDRATETETRASODIUM 2-[2-[BIS(2-OXIDANIDYL-2-OXIDANYLIDENE-ETHYL)AMINO]ETHYL-(2-OXIDANIDYL-2-OXIDANYLIDENE-ETHYL)AMINO]ETHANOATEEDTA 4NAACETIC ACID, (ETHYLENEDINITRILO)TETRA-, TETRASODIUM SALTCTK2F2895ETHYLENEDIAMINETETRAACETIC ACID, TETRASODIUM SALT SOLUTIONN,N'-1,2-ETHANEDIYLBIS(N-(CARBOXYMETHYL)GLYCINE) TETRASODIUM SALTTETRASODIUM EDTA

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Products Containing Tetrasodium EDTA

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Tetrasodium EDTA or its alternative names.

Common Questions About Tetrasodium EDTA

Is this toddler-safe to use Tetrasodium EDTA?

Yes, Tetrasodium EDTA is generally considered safe for 1-2 year old toddlers based on current research.

What are the irritant risks of Tetrasodium EDTA for toddlers?

Can cause skin redness, itchiness, or rashes—especially on sensitive baby skin. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.

What are the organ risk risks of Tetrasodium EDTA for toddlers?

May harm organs like liver, kidneys, or lungs with repeated use. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.

What are the absorbed risks of Tetrasodium EDTA for toddlers?

Can be absorbed through the skin and get into the bloodstream. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.

What are the long-term risk risks of Tetrasodium EDTA for toddlers?

Linked to long-term health effects after years of use or exposure. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.

What products contain Tetrasodium EDTA?

Tetrasodium EDTA is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

When can toddlers using products with Tetrasodium EDTA?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 1-2 year old toddlers. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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