Product Name: D(+)-O,O'-di(p-toluoyl)tartaric acid Monohydrate
Synonyms: O,O’-di-p-toluoyl-D-(+)-tartaric acid monohydrate
Chemical Formula: C20H18O8 · H2O
Molecular Weight: 404.38 g/mol
CAS Number: 71607-32-4
Recommended Use: Chiral resolving agent, research applications
Supplier: Provided on label
Contact Information: See supplier safety data sheet
Emergency Contact: Local emergency number needed for chemical exposure incidents
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria
GHS Label Elements: Not required
Skin Contact: Prolonged or repeated contact can cause mild irritation
Eye Contact: Dust or solution causes irritation, redness
Inhalation: Nuisance dust effects in poorly ventilated areas, respiratory discomfort
Ingestion: May cause slight gastrointestinal upset, unlikely to be acutely hazardous
Other Hazards: Not known to be carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reproductive toxin
Chemical Name: D(+)-O,O'-di(p-toluoyl)tartaric acid Monohydrate
Percentage: >98% (by weight)
CAS Number: 71607-32-4
Impurities: Trace residual solvents or moisture possible, check Certificate of Analysis
Additives: None known
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and plenty of water, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to remove, continue rinsing, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, provide oxygen if breathing is difficult, call medical assistance for persistent symptoms
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water if patient is conscious, seek medical advice if significant quantity was swallowed or if feeling unwell
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically, no specific antidote
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide
Fire Hazards: Decomposes above 200°C, produces carbon oxides and irritating fumes
Special Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective gear
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: Combustion forms dense smoke and potentially irritating vapors, fine dust may pose explosion hazard under rare conditions
Advice for Firefighters: Avoid inhaling decomposition gases, contain water runoff
Personal Precautions: Use appropriate protective equipment including gloves, safety goggles, mask
Spill Response: Ventilate area, avoid creating dust, carefully scoop or sweep up into suitable container for disposal
Environmental Precautions: Avoid discharge into drains, surface or groundwater
Clean-up Methods: Wash spill site with plenty of water after material pick-up, collect washing for controlled disposal
Prevention of Secondary Hazards: Prevent formation of dust clouds
Handling: Avoid skin and eye contact, handle in well-ventilated area, use in fume hood if dust is generated
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke around chemical; wash hands after handling
Storage: Store in tightly closed container, protected from light, moisture, and incompatible materials
Temperature Conditions: Room temperature, dry location
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers, strong bases
Special Precautions: Label all containers appropriately, prevent evaporation and exposure to air for long periods
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established exposure limits
Engineering Controls: Use laboratory fume hood or local vent if handling bulk quantities
Respiratory Protection: Dust respirator for powder handling
Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles
Hand Protection: Protective nitrile or latex gloves
Body Protection: Lab coat or protective clothing
General Hygiene: Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse
Appearance: White to off-white powder
Odor: Odorless
pH: Not available (not soluble in water)
Melting Point: 174-178°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Solubility: Slightly soluble in methanol, ethanol; sparingly soluble in water
Flash Point: Not applicable (solid material)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Density: Approx. 1.4 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Not available
Other Characteristics: Stable under recommended storage, forms stable crystals with moisture
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal laboratory and storage conditions
Polymerization: No risk of hazardous polymerization
Thermal Decomposition: Decomposes heating above 200°C forming carbon oxides
Reactivity: Reacts with strong bases, oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids and oxidizers
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, direct sunlight, humid conditions
Acute Toxicity: Not reported to cause acute toxicity in animal studies
Skin Irritation: Mild, avoid prolonged contact
Eye Irritation: May cause temporary discomfort
Respiratory Sensitization: Not a known sensitizer
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: No mutagenic effects observed in standard tests
Reproductive Effects: No reproductive toxicity reported
Chronic Effects: Data insufficient for long-term exposure effects
Ecotoxicity: Data not available, not expected to be significantly hazardous to aquatic environments
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable with slow breakdown
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low based on physical properties
Mobility in Soil: Low, does not easily leach
Other Adverse Effects: No evidence of chronic environmental risks
Waste Disposal: Dispose in accordance with national, state, and local regulations
Hazardous Waste: Not classified as hazardous waste
Contaminated Containers: Rinse thoroughly, then discard as laboratory waste
Recycle/Reuse: Material cannot be reused once contaminated
Precautions: Do not dump into sewers, ensure controlled incineration or chemical waste landfill
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous
Packing Group: Not assigned
Labels: No special labeling required
Special Precautions: Ship in moisture-tight packaging, protect from breakage and spillage during transit
Regulations: Not classified as dangerous under US OSHA, Canadian WHMIS, or European REACH/CLP
Inventory Listings: Registered or exempted in most chemical inventories (TSCA, EINECS/ELINCS, DSL)
Right to Know Act: Not subject to SARA Title III or CERCLA
Labeling: No pictograms or risk/hazard phrases required under GHS
Other Requirements: Users should consult local regulations and, if exporting/importing, international rules
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