Product Name: Di-p-toluoyl-L-tartaric acid monohydrate
Chemical Formula: C20H18O9·H2O
Synonyms: L-(+)-Di-p-toluoyl tartaric acid, DTTA, L-DTTA
CAS Number: 32634-68-7
Recommended Use: Chiral resolving agent, laboratory chemical
Manufacturer Information: Available upon request from supplier
Emergency Telephone: Emergency contact number provided on purchased container label
GHS Classification: Eye irritation (Category 2A)
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation; May cause mild skin irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes and skin; Use in well-ventilated areas; Wear protective gloves and eye protection
Potential Health Effects: Eye and upper respiratory tract irritation possible
Environmental Impact: No immediate hazards to the environment in standard laboratory use; spillage into water bodies to be avoided
Chemical Name: Di-p-toluoyl-L-tartaric acid monohydrate
Purity: Typically >98%
Impurities: Minimal residual solvents or related organic acids possible, see Certificate of Analysis
Molecular Weight: 404.38 g/mol
Ingredient Classification: Organic acid, chiral auxiliary
Physical Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder or granular solid
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with clean water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally; seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash exposed skin with soap and water; medical attention if skin irritation develops
Inhalation: Move to fresh air immediately, keep at rest in position comfortable for breathing; get medical assistance if respiratory symptoms occur
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly with water; seek medical advice if feeling unwell
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, discomfort, pain in eyes or skin
Notes for Medical Personnel: Treat symptomatically
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Special Hazards: Emits carbon oxides upon combustion, may produce irritating fumes
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Specific Methods: Remove containers from fire area if it can be done safely; avoid letting firefighting runoff enter drains or waterways
Explosion Data: Dust formation can pose explosion risk under specific conditions
Personal Precautions: Use appropriate personal protective equipment: gloves, goggles, lab coat, mask if dust forms
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large quantities from entering water systems or soil; inform authorities if hazardous quantities enter environment
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up spills carefully, avoid dust creation, place in suitable closed waste container for proper disposal; ventilate area and wash spill site upon completion
Additional Advice: Report significant spills to responsible authority, follow local regulations for disposal
Safe Handling: Handle with care in areas with proper exhaust/ventilation, avoid direct contact with substance; keep away from sources of ignition and incompatible materials
Storage Conditions: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight; keep container upright and clearly labeled
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, reducing agents; acids and bases that might alter structure
Hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly after use, do not eat, drink, or smoke when working with chemical
Administrative Controls: Limit exposure time, use smallest quantity required for work
Engineering Controls: Chemical fume hood or good ventilation in working area
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, nitrile or neoprene gloves, lab coat or apron, compatible dust mask for powder handling
Occupational Exposure Limit: No specific thresholds established; follow national regulations and use general chemical exposure precautions
Environmental Exposure Control: Prevent release to environment through drains or open soils
Physical State: Solid
Color: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Almost odorless
pH: Not applicable in solid form; acidic in solution
Melting Point: 180–185°C (decomposes above this temperature, may foam or char)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Solubility: Freely soluble in alcohols (ethanol, methanol), sparingly soluble in water
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Density: 1.45 g/cm³ (approximate)
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable under general laboratory and storage conditions; avoid exposure to moisture for extended periods
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive moisture, strong heat, open flame, sources of static electricity
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, reducing agents, bases, acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possible organic fragments
Polymerization: Not expected to occur
Acute Toxicity: No data on acute oral or inhalation toxicity in humans; expected low toxicity based on structure and usage
Skin Irritation: May provoke mild skin irritation in some cases; prolonged or repeated exposure could cause redness
Eye Irritation: Known to cause eye irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Fine dust can cause temporary respiratory tract irritation
Chronic Effects: No data on carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity
Routes of Exposure: Skin, eye, inhalation, ingestion
Ecotoxicology: No quantitative data available; not expected to persist in environment or bioaccumulate significantly
Persistence and Degradability: Likely to degrade through standard chemical breakdown routes
Mobility: Solid unlikely to migrate except through water contact
Aquatic Toxicity: Avoid release into waterways to minimize risk to aquatic organisms
Bioaccumulation: No evidence indicating bioaccumulation
Waste Treatment Methods: Collect residue and contaminated items in a designated chemical waste container
Disposal Procedures: Dispose through licensed chemical waste contractor following local, state, and national regulations
Empty Containers: Triple rinse before discarding, or treat as hazardous solid waste
Special Instructions: Do not release into drains, water courses or soil
UN Number: Not regulated under International Transport Regulations
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified hazardous for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous under ADR, IATA, IMDG codes
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Protect packaging from damage and moisture throughout transit
Workplace Safety: Handle in accordance with provisions of relevant workplace health, safety, and environmental protection legislation
Inventory Status: Listed in EINECS/ELINCS, TSCA, ENCS, etc., subject to requirements per country
Labeling: Follow requirements for laboratory chemicals, use signal words, hazard and precautionary phrases
Restrictions: Use limited to research, teaching, and analytical settings
Other Regulations: Observe national and local control measures for chemical use, storage, and disposal
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