Product Name: Dimethyl L-(+)-tartarate
Synonyms: L-(+)-Tartaric acid dimethyl ester
Chemical Formula: C6H10O6
Molecular Weight: 178.14 g/mol
Recommended Use: Intermediate for chemical synthesis, pharmaceutical manufacturing, laboratory research
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CAS Number: 97-91-6
UN Number: Not regulated
Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to OSHA HCS (29 CFR 1910.1200)
GHS Label Elements: No signal word, hazard statements, or pictograms allocated
Potential Health Effects: May cause skin and eye irritation, possible respiratory tract irritation on dust inhalation, ingestion can cause gastrointestinal discomfort
Environmental Hazards: No specific hazards identified but manage as chemical waste
Special Hazards: Dust generation may irritate mucous membranes, eyes, skin
Chemical Identity: Dimethyl L-(+)-tartarate
Concentration: ≥ 99% pure
CAS Number: 97-91-6
Impurities: Non-hazardous trace residues, unspecified by typical suppliers
General: Provide fresh air, rest, and immediate medical help if overexposed
Inhalation: Move affected person to open air, monitor breathing, administer oxygen if needed, consult medical attention
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and plenty of water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical advice if symptoms occur
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with steadily flowing water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids occasionally, seek professional attention if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, do not induce vomiting, consult medical professional immediately, monitor for discomfort or persistent symptoms
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical powder, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid high-pressure streams, as these may disperse material
Special Fire Hazards: May produce irritating and toxic fumes under fire conditions, such as carbon oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus, gloves, full protective suit
Advice for Firefighters: Approach from upwind, contain runoff to prevent environmental contamination, cool exposed containers with water spray
Personal Precautions: Use appropriate personal protective equipment, avoid dust formation, remove ignition sources
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, drains, basements, or waterways
Clean-Up Procedures: Sweep up and shovel into closed containers for disposal, ensure good ventilation, wash area with plenty of water to remove residue, avoid generating dust
Safe Handling: Work in well-ventilated areas, minimize dust, handle with chemical-resistant gloves, do not eat, drink or smoke during use
Storage Conditions: Keep in tightly closed container, store in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place, keep away from direct sunlight, sources of ignition, and incompatible substances
Specific Uses: For laboratory, industrial, and research purposes only
Engineering Controls: Ensure adequate ventilation, use local exhaust extraction, safety shower and eye wash station nearby
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, dust mask or respirator (NIOSH approved), lab coat
Exposure Limits: No established OSHA or ACGIH limits for this compound
Environmental Exposure Controls: Prevent substance from entering the environment uncontrolled, use containment for handling bulk quantities
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Odor: Faint, ester-like
pH: Not applicable (not soluble in water at high concentrations)
Melting Point: 16-18°C
Boiling Point: 154°C at 11 mmHg
Flash Point: 110°C (closed cup)
Flammability: Not highly flammable, but combustible
Vapor Pressure: Low (no data available)
Density: 1.32 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents (acetone, ethanol)
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Not determined
Viscosity: Not measured
Decomposition Temperature: Not established, avoid high heat to prevent decomposition
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended conditions, moisture can cause hydrolysis
Reactivity: Non-reactive under normal use and storage
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: None known under standard handling
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, direct sunlight, exposure to strong acids or bases
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Releases carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide on thermal decomposition
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: No known cases of severe acute toxic effects reported, LD50 (oral, rat): data not available
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild skin irritation on prolonged or repeated exposure
Eye Damage/Irritation: Direct exposure may lead to eye irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Dust may irritate upper airways
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: No data available
Reproductive Toxicity: Not established
Other Health Effects: Existing respiratory conditions may be aggravated by exposure to dust
Ecotoxicity: No acute aquatic toxicity data available, expected to be low based on structure
Persistence and Degradability: Likely biodegradable in environment due to ester functional groups
Bioaccumulative Potential: Unlikely to bioaccumulate significantly
Mobility in Soil: Expected to be mobile in soil, water solubility is moderate
Other Adverse Effects: Prevent uncontrolled release to water bodies, avoid disposal in natural water sources
Disposal Methods: Dispose in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations
Waste Treatment: Consult waste contractor authorized by local authorities
Packaging Disposal: Rinse and recycle or dispose as hazardous chemical waste
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of as unused product
Special Notes: Do not release to open environment, do not pour into drains
UN Number: Not regulated as a dangerous good
Proper Shipping Name: Dimethyl L-(+)-tartarate
Class: Not classified as hazardous
Packing Group: None assigned
Environmental Risks: No specific information
Transport in Bulk: Follow Good Manufacturing Practice and packaging standards
Special Precautions: Secure containers, label properly during transport
USA (OSHA): Not classified as hazardous
TSCA Status: Listed or complies with TSCA inventory
EU Regulation: Meets REACH pre-registration requirements
WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled
Other Regulations: Not subject to specific labelling or restrictions under major international regulations
Restrictions: Only for use by professional, trained personnel
Safety Assessment: Not deemed high hazard, but all contemporary handling precautions and stewardship must be observed
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