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EC number: 200-449-4 | CAS number: 60-00-4
Biodegradation in water and sediment: simulation tests
Administrative data
Link to relevant study record(s)
- Endpoint:
- biodegradation in water: sediment simulation testing
- Data waiving:
- exposure considerations
- Justification for data waiving:
- the study does not need to be conducted because direct and indirect exposure of sediment is unlikely
- Transformation products:
- no
- Endpoint:
- biodegradation in water: simulation testing on ultimate degradation in surface water
- Data waiving:
- study scientifically not necessary / other information available
- Justification for data waiving:
- other:
- Transformation products:
- no
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Description of key information
Simulation testing on ultimate degradation in surface water and sediment is not deemed necessary, since subcategory 1a members, including edetic acid (CAS 60-00-4), are biodegradable in ready biodegradation tests under enhanced conditions. Thus, the substance is not considered to be persistent in water and sediment.
Key value for chemical safety assessment
Additional information
Due to the enhanced biodegradability, simulation tests are not mandatory for EDTA (acid form).
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