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
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
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tartaric acid (d, l) EC: 201-766-0 | 87-69-4 | 95% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
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.
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.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam.
No information available.
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.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Use personal protective equipment as required.
Should not be released into the environment. See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.
Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.
Materials: suitable containers
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
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.
Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
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
Protective gloves. Glove materials: Natural rubber, Butyl rubber, Nitrile rubber, Neoprene, PVC. Breakthrough time: See manufacturers recommendations. EU standard: EN 374.
Goggles (European standard - EN 166)
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
Long sleeved clothing.
No information available.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Stable under normal conditions.
None known, based on information available
Hazardous polymerization does not occur. None under normal processing.
Avoid dust formation. Incompatible products. Excess heat.
Bases. Fluorine. Metals. Reducing Agent.
Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide $(\mathrm{CO}_{2})$ . Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
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Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
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Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
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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.