Product Name: Antimony Potassium Tartrate
Synonyms: Tartar emetic, Potassium antimonyl tartrate
Chemical Formula: C4H4KO7Sb·0.5H2O
CAS Number: 28300-74-5
Recommended Use: Laboratory reagent, veterinary medicine, mordant in dyeing
Supplier: Relevant local supplier details required at point of purchase
Emergency Contact: Regional poison control hotline or emergency medical service
Classification: Acute toxicity (oral), Category 2; Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure), Category 2
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Fatal if swallowed; Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Pictograms: Skull and crossbones, Health hazard
Precautionary Statements: Do not breathe dust; Wear gloves and eye protection; Wash hands thoroughly after use; Seek immediate medical attention if swallowed
Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, skin contact, eye contact
Symptoms of Exposure: Abdominal pain, vomiting, headache, confusion, dizziness, arrhythmia
Chronic Effects: Liver and heart toxicity, anemia, kidney damage
Chemical: Antimony Potassium Tartrate
Concentration: 98-100%
CAS Number: 28300-74-5
EC Number: 234-293-3
Impurities or Stabilizers: No significant impurities or stabilizers reported
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; provide artificial respiration if breathing stops; seek medical help
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing; immediately wash skin with water and soap for 15 minutes; get medical attention for irritation or persistent effects
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with water for 15 minutes, lifting eyelids often; call physician for assessment
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting; rinse mouth with water; immediately get to an emergency room
Important Symptoms: Stomach upset, nausea, collapse
Immediate Medical Care Needed: Antimony ingestion poses severe risk; activate emergency response immediately, as supportive care and specific antidotes may save lives
Suitable Extinguishing Agents: Dry chemical, CO2, foam, water spray
Special Hazards: Emits toxic antimony and potassium oxide fumes in a fire
Advice for Firefighters: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing; guard against inhalation of fumes and dust
Explosion Sensibility: Not classified as an explosive, but container rupture possible in heat
Combustion Byproducts: Antimony oxides, carbon monoxide, potassium oxides, organic acids
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area; prevent dust formation; ventilate area
Protective Equipment: Gloves (nitrile or neoprene), chemical goggles, impermeable shoes, lab coat
Environmental Precautions: Do not allow to enter sewers, watercourses, or soil
Cleanup Procedures: Carefully collect spillage using wet methods; avoid raising dust; place material in labeled container for disposal; wash spill area thoroughly
Handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing; never eat, drink, or smoke during handling; use only in well-ventilated places; maintain all local exposure control requirements
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly closed, properly labeled containers; keep in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials like strong acids and oxidizers; protect from moisture
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, oxidizing agents, strong bases
Control Parameters: Antimony compounds: OSHA PEL 0.5 mg/m³ TWA (ANTIMONY); ACGIH TLV 0.5 mg/m³
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, chemical fume hood in laboratory use situations
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH-approved respirator if airborne exposure is possible
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, laboratory coat or apron
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles, face shield if splash risk
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling; do not eat, drink, or smoke during handling
Appearance: Colorless to faintly yellow crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: 3.0 - 4.0 (1% aqueous solution)
Melting Point: Decomposes above 200°C (392°F)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Solubility: Freely soluble in water; insoluble in alcohol
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Flash Point: Not flammable
Flammability: Not flammable
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Data not available
Decomposition Products: Antimony oxides, carbon monoxide, potassium compounds
Chemical Stability: Stable when stored in closed containers, protected from moisture
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizing agents and acids
Hazardous Reactions: Contact with acids may release toxic antimony oxides
Conditions to Avoid: High temperatures, moisture, incompatible chemicals
Hazardous Decomposition: Antimony oxides, CO2, CO, potassium compounds
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, oral ingestion, dermal, ocular
Acute Toxicity (oral): LD50 (rat) ~ 100 mg/kg
Skin Irritation: Mild irritation possible on contact
Eye Irritation: May cause redness, pain, and watering
Inhalation: Toxic if dust or aerosols are inhaled; may cause respiratory irritation
Chronic Toxicity: Exposure can cause damage to liver, heart, kidney, and blood formation
Carcinogenicity: IARC classifies antimony trioxide as Group 2B (possible human carcinogen); Antimony potassium tartrate has not been specifically evaluated but caution is warranted
Reproductive Toxicity: Animal data show reproductive risks at high doses; no definitive data in humans
Symptoms of Exposure: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, convulsions, collapse, anemia, arrhythmia
Ecotoxicity: Antimony compounds are toxic to aquatic life, bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms
Persistence and Degradability: Antimony does not degrade, but persists in sediment and water
Bioaccumulative Potential: High potential for bioaccumulation in aquatic and terrestrial organisms
Mobility in Soil: Moderate depending on conditions; can move into groundwater
Other Adverse Effects: Possible long-term soil and water contamination if released
Waste Treatment Methods: Collect waste in sealed containers for hazardous waste disposal
Disposal of Product: Must be disposed as hazardous waste under applicable regulations; do not dispose in regular trash or drains
Disposal of Packaging: Decontaminate containers or handle as hazardous waste; follow local regulations
Precautions: Do not discharge to environment; maintain documentation of disposal
UN Number: UN1551
Proper Shipping Name: Antimony Potassium Tartrate
Transport Hazard Class(es): 6.1 (Toxic substances)
Packing Group: II
Marine Pollutant: Not classified for marine pollution but harmful to aquatic life
Environmental Hazards: Mark shipments with environmental hazard labels; ensure secure packaging to prevent leaks
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations/Legislation: Covered by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; subject to TSCA, REACH, WHMIS, and other chemical safety acts
SARA 313: Antimony compounds subject to reporting requirements
California Prop 65: Antimony compounds listed due to potential reproductive toxicity
Other Local Requirements: Observe all local and regional safety and environmental laws
Label Elements: Must include signal word, hazard statements, and pictograms as per GHS
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