Ingredient · Updated

Sodium and MEA Citrate

Positive in 2 products

Found in 2 products

Scout's take

Sodium and MEA Citrate are used as water softeners and pH adjusters. They help in enhancing the cleaning efficiency of the product. They are generally considered safe and biodegradable.

The case against

Generally considered safe with minimal risks.

from the analysis of Tide Original Liquid Laundry Detergent 100 Loads

Minimal risks associated with normal use.

from the analysis of Gain OXI Original

The case for

Enhances cleaning performance by softening water and adjusting pH.

from the analysis of Tide Original Liquid Laundry Detergent 100 Loads · echoed in 1 other analysis

More from Scout's analyses

Sodium and MEA Citrate are used as water softeners and pH adjusters. They help improve the effectiveness of surfactants in hard water.

from the analysis of Tide Original Liquid Laundry Detergent 100 Loads

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