Product Name: Halimide D-(-)-Tartaric Acid
CAS Number: 87-69-4
Manufacturer: Halimide Chemical Solutions
Emergency Contact Number: 24-hour CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
Recommended Use: Industrial chemical, laboratory reagent, pharmaceutical intermediate
Street Address: 792 Green Hollow Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Email for SDS Requests: safety@halimidechem.com
Date of Issue: 13 March 2024
GHS Classification: Eye Irritant (Category 2A), Skin Irritant (Category 2)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation; may cause skin irritation; ingestion can cause stomach upset
Pictograms: Exclamation Mark
Precautionary Statements: Wear eye and face protection, use gloves, avoid breathing dust or powder, avoid direct contact, wash hands thoroughly after handling, do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling
Potential Health Effects: Eye: irritation and pain; Skin: discomfort, redness; Inhalation: dryness, possible throat discomfort; Ingestion: nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps
Chemical Name: D-(-)-Tartaric acid
Synonyms: Dextro-tartaric acid, 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid
Molecular Formula: C4H6O6
Molecular Weight: 150.09 g/mol
Concentration: ≥99.5% pure
Impurities: Water (≤0.5%), other organic acids (trace)
Chemical Family: Alpha hydroxycarboxylic acid
Hazardous Components: None above threshold limit values
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, provide oxygen if breathing is difficult, seek medical attention for symptoms such as coughing or throat irritation
Skin Contact: Wash area immediately with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, do not reuse clothing until thoroughly laundered, seek care for prolonged irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes continuously with water for fifteen minutes, lift upper and lower eyelids periodically, seek medical attention if discomfort persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, give plenty of water to drink, do not induce vomiting unless advised by medical personnel, seek medical advice if feeling unwell
Symptoms and Effects: Redness, pain or burning in eyes, dry or sore throat, nausea or discomfort following swallowing large amounts
Recommendation for Immediate Medical Attention: Urgent assessment for eye exposure; ingestion of large quantities calls for doctor assessment
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or foam
Unsuitable Media: Do not use water jet directly as it can spread powder
Specific Hazards: During combustion, releases carbon oxides (CO, CO₂) and irritating fumes
Special Protective Actions: Firefighters wear approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece, wear full protective clothing
Precautions: Remove containers from fire if safe, cool adjacent containers with water spray, avoid breathing fumes, keep unnecessary personnel away
Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, possible acrid smoke
Personal Precautions: Isolate area, restrict access, use dust masks and safety goggles, do not touch or step through spilled material, avoid creating airborne dust
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate unprotected personnel, ventilate enclosed spaces
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, sewers, or watercourses; small quantities are biodegradable but concentrated spills pose risk for aquatic environments
Methods for Clean Up: Sweep up material without generating dust, place in a suitable container for disposal, wash area thoroughly with water after completion
Containment: Use inert materials to contain large spills, absorb residues, collect for disposal
Handling: Wear gloves, eye protection, use in a well-ventilated area, avoid splashing and dust, do not mix with strong oxidizers, maintain personal hygiene before eating or drinking
Storage Conditions: Store in original, tightly sealed container, keep in cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight, heat, and sources of ignition
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, certain metal salts
Safe Storage Temperature: 15-25 °C
Packaging Materials: High-density polyethylene or glass containers with secure lids
Special Considerations: Protect from moisture exposure to prevent clumping or degradation
Exposure Limits: No OSHA PEL or ACGIH TLV values for tartaric acid; minimize exposure as best practice
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, safety shower and eyewash nearby, closed system handling where possible
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile gloves, chemical splash goggles, lab coat or apron, respiratory protection if airborne dust exceeds nuisance level
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, remove contaminated clothing, avoid touching face or rubbing eyes during use
Environmental Exposure Controls: Collect spills, prevent runoff into natural bodies of water, comply with regional emission constraints
Form: Crystalline powder
Color: White to off-white
Odor: Odorless or faint
pH (1% solution): Approximately 2.2
Melting Point: 170 °C (338 °F)
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Easily soluble in water (139 g/L at 20 °C), soluble in ethanol, insoluble in ether
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Density: 1.76 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): -2.23
Decomposition Temperature: Above 170 °C
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Explosive Properties: Not explosive
Oxidizing Properties: Not classified as oxidizing
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended conditions of storage and use
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizers, strong bases can cause neutralization
Hazardous Reactions: No hazardous polymerization expected
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to excessive heat, moisture, direct sunlight, incompatible chemicals
Incompatible Materials: Alkalis, strong oxidizing agents, sodium hypochlorite, potassium permanganate
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): 4,200 mg/kg; Dermal LD50: not established
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild to moderate skin irritant in concentrated or prolonged contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes significant irritation, possible transient damage at high levels
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not expected to cause sensitization
Chronic Effects: Not classed as carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic for reproduction
Symptoms: Red, itchy eyes, inflamed skin, mild sore throat
Target Organs: No evidence for damage to organs on repeated exposure
Other Effects: May worsen dermatitis in persons with pre-existing skin disorders
Ecotoxicity: Low risk for aquatic organisms at normal concentrations; toxic to aquatic life at very high levels
Persistence and Degradability: Fully biodegradable, breaks down via natural processes
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not bioaccumulative (Log Kow -2.23)
Mobility in Soil: High mobility in water, rapidly diluted and degraded
Other Adverse Effects: Large spills can acidify natural waters; always minimize discharge to environment
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
Disposal of Product: May be landfilled as non-hazardous waste after neutralization if required
Disposal of Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers before disposal, send for recycling or disposal as non-hazardous chemical container
Sewage Disposal: Avoid direct disposal into drains; dilute small quantities may be flushed if permitted by authorities
Precautions: Wear PPE during disposal, avoid dust generation, ensure full neutralization before disposal of acidic residues
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not dangerous according to transport regulations
Transport Hazard Classes: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not assigned
Labeling Requirements: None specified
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as marine pollutant
Transport Precautions: Keep containers upright and securely closed, protect from mechanical damage or exposure to weather
OSHA Status: Not classified as hazardous under OSHA 29 CFR 1910
TSCA: Listed on Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
SARA: Not subject to SARA 302/304/313 reporting
California Proposition 65: Not listed as known to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity
WHMIS Canada: Not a controlled product
REACH Status (EU): Registered, no SVHC included
Other Market Regulations: Compliant with EU and North American requirements for chemical safety and labeling; user must comply with all applicable local regulations regarding chemical handling and environmental emissions
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