AKA: Diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid, 67-43-6, DTPA, Detapac, Detarex, Titriplex V, Monaquest CAI, Perma kleer, Dabeersen 503
WHAT IS IT? Synthetic
Chelating Agent
Acid
Clean
Origin Pentetic acid is a synthetic chelating agent derived from ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) chemical family. It is synthesized through the condensation and oxidation of formaldehyde with ethylenediamine and formic acid.
N-Carboxymethyliminobis(ethylenenitrilo)tetra(acetic acid)
Solubility Highly soluble
State
Dry Powder, Liquid; Dry Powder
IS IT FOR ME? Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
WHAT’S IT DO? Functions
Chelating
Grabs onto metal ions in water that would destabilize the formula. Keeps your product from going bad or changing color.
CAN I TRUST THIS? The paper trail
🔬 Peer-reviewed none on file
🛡️ Safety-assessed 3 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
IS IT CLEAN? CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 449)
Regulatory Status
JAPAN ⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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