Product Name: Dicaffeoyl Tartaric Acid
Chemical Name: (2E,4E)-2,4-Bis[(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)methylene]tartronic acid
CAS Number: 327-97-9
Molecular Formula: C18H12O10
Synonyms: DCTA, Dicaffeoyl-di-O-hydroxycinnamoyltartaric acid
Recommended Use: Analytical reference, research applications, phytochemical studies
Manufacturer Details: Consult supplier documentation for current information
Emergency Phone: Refer to national poison centers or local emergency services
Brand or Distributor: Supplier-specific; details change by region and laboratory.
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria (based on available data)
Signal Word: Not applicable
Pictograms: No pictogram assigned
Hazard Statements: No data indicates acute toxicity or specific risk for humans under regular laboratory concentrations.
Precautionary Statements: Work in ventilated areas, avoid ingestion and contact with eyes and skin.
Potential Health Effects: May cause mild eye, skin, or respiratory irritation in sensitive individuals.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin or eye contact, ingestion.
Chemical Name: Dicaffeoyl Tartaric Acid
CAS Number: 327-97-9
Concentration: 98% or higher in purified samples
Impurities: Trace amounts of related phenolic compounds; no hazardous impurities expected above threshold limits per supplier's certificate of analysis.
General Advice: Remove contaminated clothing; move exposed person to fresh air.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop.
Skin Contact: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing.
Eye Contact: Rinse with water for at least fifteen minutes. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Seek medical attention if feeling unwell.
Symptoms and Effects: Redness, mild irritation possible but unlikely in controlled laboratory settings.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable Media: Avoid strong water jets that spread powder.
Specific Hazards: Combustion may release irritating fumes, phenolic vapors, carbon oxides.
Protective Equipment: Use full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus.
Firefighting Procedures: Evacuate area if large quantities burn; avoid inhaling smoke or combustion products.
Personal Precautions: Wear protective clothing, gloves, eye protection, and dust mask.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spills from entering water systems, sewers, or soil.
Methods for Containment: Sweep up using tools that minimize dust generation. Collect and transfer to a chemical waste container.
Clean-up Procedures: Wipe area with damp cloth after dry collection. Wash residue with water. Ventilate area.
Disposal of Contaminated Materials: Dispose according to local hazardous waste regulations.
Handling: Use with adequate ventilation or in certified fume hoods. Avoid breathing dust, prevent skin and eye contact.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated space.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, or bases may cause unwanted reactions.
Hygienic Practices: Wash hands after handling. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use.
Exposure Limits: No workplace exposure limits established by OSHA, NIOSH, or ACGIH
Engineering Controls: Work inside fume hoods or ventilated areas
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, laboratory coat, safety goggles, dust mask if dust present
Respiratory Protection: Not usually needed for small laboratory quantities, but use particle respirator when handling powder in bulk.
Hand Protection: Nitrile or latex gloves.
Eye/Face Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
Skin and Body Protection: Use lab aprons or coats to minimize skin exposure.
Appearance: Pale yellow or tan powder
Odor: Odorless or faintly phenolic
Molecular Weight: 388.28 g/mol
Melting Point: Decomposes under high heat, specific melting point not well established
Boiling Point: Not applicable for solids
Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohols, DMSO; sparingly soluble in non-polar solvents
pH: Slightly acidic in solution
Vapor Pressure: Not volatile
Flash Point: Not available
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: Above 100°C decomposition observed
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard laboratory temperatures and dry storage
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to moisture, heat, strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reactions expected under normal use
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, phenolic vapors when heated to decomposition
Polymerization: No risk of polymerization has been identified
Acute Toxicity: No acute toxicity recorded in standard doses for laboratory use. Estimated low toxicity based on natural polyphenol structure.
Chronic Effects: Long-term effects not well studied; phenolic compounds can have antioxidant activity.
Sensitization: Skin or respiratory sensitization not reported.
Carcinogenicity: No IARC, NTP, or OSHA listing.
Reproductive Toxicity: Not established
Mutagenicity: No comprehensive studies
Potential Health Effects: Overexposure may cause mild, short-term irritation in sensitive individuals.
Toxicity to Aquatic Life: No specific data available, but low toxicity expected; compound occurs naturally in various plants.
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable through typical environmental pathways.
Bioaccumulation Potential: Unlikely to bioaccumulate, based on chemical structure and water solubility.
Mobility in Soil: Readily mobile in water, may be washed out of soil into waterways.
Other Ecological Effects: Not classified as environmentally hazardous; follow best practices to minimize release.
Waste Disposal: Collect and dispose as chemical waste, following local, regional, and national regulations.
Contaminated Containers: Rinse containers with water; dispose with laboratory solid waste after thorough cleaning.
Special Instructions: Do not dump into drains, waterways, or open environments.
UN Number: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Packing Group: Not assigned
Proper Shipping Name: Dicaffeoyl Tartaric Acid
Labeling Requirements: No special transport labeling required
Special Precautions: Prevent breakage of containers and avoid spillage during shipment
TSCA Status: Not listed specifically
EINECS/ELINCS: Not assigned
OSHA Hazards: Chemical not listed as hazardous under standard OSHA criteria
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting
REACH Status: Not registered; research use only
Other Applicable Regulations: Laboratory use only; follow institutional safety protocols
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