Product Name: (L)-Dibenzoyl-L-tartaric acid monohydrate
Chemical Name: (2R,3R)-2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioic acid, 1,4-bis(benzoyloxy)-, monohydrate
SYNONYMS: O,O’-Dibenzoyl-L-tartaric acid monohydrate
CAS Number: 6575-16-8
Molecular Formula: C18H14O8•H2O
Molecular Weight: 380.34 g/mol
Recommended Use: Chiral resolution agent, research chemical
Supplier Details: Chemical manufacturer or research distributor contact information, emergency telephone number
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to current GHS criteria
Physical Hazards: None expected under normal conditions
Health Hazards: May cause mild skin or eye irritation, avoid ingestion and inhalation
Environmental Hazards: Not expected to be hazardous to the environment in small quantities; avoid release to large bodies of water
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: Can cause irritation through direct contact or inhalation
Pictograms: None required under GHS guidelines
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid breathing dust, avoid contact with eyes and skin
(L)-Dibenzoyl-L-tartaric acid monohydrate: 98–100%
Impurities: Trace material from synthesis; not relevant to health hazards in pure form
Other Ingredients: None
Stabilizers or Additives: None present in typical analysis
Inhalation: Move outside to fresh air, access medical attention if coughing or respiratory discomfort continues.
Eye Contact: Rinse gently with plenty of water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Seek medical attention if discomfort persists.
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. If skin irritation develops, seek medical advice.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention right away if a large amount is swallowed or if feeling unwell.
Most Important Symptoms: Mild irritation or discomfort in eyes, skin, or digestive system
Advice for Medical Professionals: Treat symptoms. No specific antidote known.
Suitable Extinguishing Agents: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Agents: Strong water jets may spread chemical
Hazards from Combustion: Emits carbon oxides, possible irritating fumes or smoke
Protective Equipment: Fire-fighters should wear standard gear, including self-contained breathing apparatus
Further Information: Avoid inhalation of combustion products, contain contaminated runoff where safe and possible
Personal Precautions: Use gloves and protective eyewear; avoid generating dust; ventilate area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, waterways, or soil
Methods for Cleanup: Sweep up without producing dust, collect in tightly sealed containers for disposal, wash affected area with water after removal
Reference to Other Sections: See sections on exposure protection and disposal for further advice
Handling: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, avoid inhaling powder or dust, do not eat or drink while using
Storage: Keep container tightly closed, store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, keep away from incompatible substances like strong acids, bases, or oxidizers
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids/bases may degrade compound
Special Advice: Segregate from food and drink; label storage container clearly
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established limits for this compound
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if dust expected, standard laboratory conditions suffice for small-scale use
Personal Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, laboratory coat
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, remove contaminated clothing before leaving work area
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
pH: Not determined, low solubility in water
Melting Point: Approx. 195–198°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in alcohols and dichloromethane
Density: Approximately 1.5 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient temperatures
Other Data: Stable under standard laboratory conditions, forms hydrate crystals
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Low, avoid strong oxidizing substances or concentrated acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, possibly benzene-related fragments if strongly heated or oxidized
Polymerization: Product does not polymerize
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, sources of ignition, prolonged exposure to air/moisture
Acute Effects: Low toxicity expected, may cause irritation to eyes, skin, or respiratory tract
Chronic Effects: No long-term effects reported or expected based on structure and usage
Routes of Entry: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Other Data: No sensitization, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity identified in public sources
Human Experience: Used in laboratories for chiral resolutions with few reported adverse effects when handled with care
Aquatic Toxicity: No detailed data available, not expected to be highly toxic to aquatic organisms in small quantities
Degradability: Expected to be slowly biodegradable
Bioaccumulation Potential: No evidence of significant bioaccumulation
Other Hazards: Releases to large quantities could acutely alter local soil or water chemistry; minimize bulk disposal in environment
Waste Disposal: Coordinate through chemical waste contractor; incinerate in permitted facility or dispose by approved chemical landfill
Contaminated Containers: Rinse thoroughly before providing for recycling or disposal
Regulatory Status: Dispose according to local, regional, and national regulations for non-hazardous laboratory chemicals
UN Number: Not classified as a dangerous good
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated for transport, ship in leak-proof container to prevent spills
Environmental Hazards: No transport environmental hazards recognized in normal quantities
GHS Label Elements: Not subject to labeling requirements for hazardous substances
US TSCA: Product complies with TSCA inventory requirements for research chemicals
EU REACH: Not registered due to lab-scale use exemption
Other National Regulations: Subject to workplace safety and chemical hygiene rules in laboratory settings
Restrictions: Not controlled substance; observe standard best practices in storage, handling, and disposal
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