Product Name: Dibenzoyl-D-tartaric acid monohydrate
Chemical Formula: C18H14O8·H2O
CAS Number: 2743-38-6
EC Number: 220-382-4
Synonyms: Dibenzoic acid D-tartaric acid monohydrate, D-(-)-Dibenzoyl tartaric acid monohydrate
Manufacturer: Contact on supplied packaging
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemical, chiral resolving agent
Emergency Contact: As found on supplier’s SDS
Classification: Skin, eye, and respiratory irritant
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes irritation to skin and eyes, may cause respiratory discomfort, dust may aggravate existing breathing difficulties
Pictograms: Exclamation mark (irritant)
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation and skin contact, keep container tightly closed, wear proper personal protective equipment, wash hands thoroughly after handling
GHS Label Elements: Present on packaging
Chemical Name: Dibenzoyl-D-tartaric acid monohydrate
Percentage: >98% by weight
CAS Number: 2743-38-6
Impurities: Water (monohydrate form) less than 2%, trace synthesis byproducts
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, support breathing as required, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash exposed area thoroughly with soap and water, seek medical help if irritation occurs
Eye Contact: Flush affected eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, keep eyelids open, consult a physician
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, do not induce vomiting without medical advice, obtain medical attention
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Specific Hazards: Combustion may generate carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other toxic fumes
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective gear
Precautions: Avoid inhaling combustion products, contain runoff water if possible
Flash Point: Not established
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, goggles, and a laboratory coat
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from entering drains, surface water, or soil
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up carefully, avoid generating dust, collect material for disposal according to local regulations, ventilate affected area
Disposal: Place in sealed, labeled waste container
Handling: Use only with adequate ventilation, minimize dust generation, avoid breathing dust, avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing, keep away from food and drink
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers, keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated space, protect from moisture, separate from incompatible substances like strong bases or oxidizers, secure storage to avoid accidental spillage
Engineering Controls: Use fume hood where practical, provide eye wash stations and safety showers
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, lab coat
Respiratory Protection: Use approved dust masks if ventilation is inadequate
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks and after handling the substance, do not eat or drink in working area
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: No significant odor
pH: Weakly acidic in water
Melting Point: 200–205°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol
Density: Approx. 1.5 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Not relevant under ambient conditions
Other Properties: Stable when kept dry
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions, sensitive to moisture
Thermal Decomposition: May decompose on heating, releasing harmful gases
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to moisture, high temperatures
Incompatible Materials: Strong bases, strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Effects: Causes irritation to eyes, respiratory system, and skin
Chronic Effects: No data for chronic toxicity in humans
Sensitization: No evidence for skin or respiratory sensitization
LD50 (Oral, Rat): Data not available
Possible Symptoms: Redness, itching, coughing, sneezing, headache on exposure
Environmental Fate: Not classified as hazardous to the aquatic environment
Degradability: Likely biodegradable, but persistent in large quantities
Bioaccumulation: Low potential, based on structure
Aquatic Toxicity: Data unavailable, avoid release of large amounts to environment
Other Hazards: No evidence for ozone or persistent organic pollutant characteristics
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of product and contaminated packaging as hazardous waste, according to local and national regulations
Incineration: Permitted at approved facilities only
Container Handling: Do not reuse containers, rinse with suitable solvent before disposal
Avoid Release: Do not pour waste into drains or environment
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous goods according to most transport regulations
Proper Shipping Name: Dibenzoyl-D-tartaric acid monohydrate
Hazard Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not assigned
Transport Precautions: Shield from moisture and physical damage—transport in sealed, labeled containers
US TSCA: Listed
REACH: Not registered for high volume uses
OSHA: Not specifically regulated as hazardous
SARA Title III: Not listed
California Proposition 65: Not listed
WHMIS (Canada): Not classified as controlled
Other Regulations: Subject to chemical inventory listing and workplace labeling rules where required
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