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L-(+)-Tartaric acid

CAS 87-69-4
EC 201-766-0

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
L-(+)-Tartaric acid
Product Code
A13668
Chemical Name
L-(+)-Tartaric acid
Synonyms
Natural tartaric acid; L(+)-Dihydroxysuccinic acid

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
87-69-4 Check regulations →
EC Number
201-766-0 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

A

Avocado Research Chemicals Ltd. (Part of Thermo Fisher Scientific)

manufacturer

Shore Road, Heysham, Lancashire, LA3 2XY, United Kingdom

+44 (0) 1524 850506

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

001-800-227-6701

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 11

Emergency Contact

001-201-796-7100

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 99

CHEMTREC

001-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

001-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

Hazard Statements

EUH208 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
H318 Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary Statements

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Tartaric acid (d, l) EC: 201-766-0 87-69-4 95% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.

Symptoms: Causes eye burns. Causes severe eye damage.

Ingestion

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical attention.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam.

Unsuitable media

No information available.

Specific hazards

Dust can form an explosive mixture with air. Fine dust dispersed in air may ignite. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. In the event of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment as required.

Environmental

Should not be released into the environment. See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.

Materials: suitable containers

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid dust formation. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.

Storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source

Hands

Protective gloves. Glove materials: Natural rubber, Butyl rubber, Nitrile rubber, Neoprene, PVC. Breakthrough time: See manufacturers recommendations. EU standard: EN 374.

Eyes

Goggles (European standard - EN 166)

Respiratory

When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators. To protect the wearer, respiratory protective equipment must be the correct fit and be used and maintained properly. Large scale/emergency use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended Filter type: Particulates filter conforming to EN 143. Small scale/Laboratory use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149:2001 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended half mask: Valve filtering: EN405; or; Half mask: EN140; plus filter, EN 141; Particle filtering: EN149:2001. When RPE is used a face piece Fit Test should be conducted

Skin/Body

Long sleeved clothing.

Environmental

No information available.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
White
Colour
---
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
Odorless
Odor Threshold
No data available
Ph
1.6 (1% aq. solution)
Melting Point
168 - 172 °C / 334.4 - 341.6 °F
Boiling Point
No information available
Flash Point
210 °C / 410 °F
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable - Solid
Vapor Pressure
<0.1 mbar @ 20 °C
Vapor Density
Not applicable
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
1.76 @ 20°C
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
425 °C / 797 °F
Decomposition Temperature
>170°C
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
log Pow -1.7 (Tartaric acid (d, l))
Solubility In Water
1390 g/L (20°C)
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
150.09
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerization does not occur. None under normal processing.

Avoid

Avoid dust formation. Incompatible products. Excess heat.

Incompatible

Bases. Fluorine. Metals. Reducing Agent.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide $(\mathrm{CO}_{2})$ . Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is L-(+)-Tartaric acid known by?

L-(+)-Tartaric acid is also known as: Natural tartaric acid; L(+)-Dihydroxysuccinic acid

What is the hazard signal word for L-(+)-Tartaric acid?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of L-(+)-Tartaric acid?

L-(+)-Tartaric acid is a solid appearing as white . It has odorless odor.

What is L-(+)-Tartaric acid used for?

Laboratory chemicals.

What are the hazard statements for L-(+)-Tartaric acid?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • EUH208: May form combustible dust concentrations in air
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage

What is the melting point of L-(+)-Tartaric acid?

The melting point is 168 - 172 °C / 334.4 - 341.6 °F and the boiling point is No information available.