Product Name: L-Tartaric Acid Dihydrazide
Synonyms: (2R,3R)-2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioic acid dihydrazide
Chemical Formula: C4H10N4O4
Molecular Weight: 178.15 g/mol
Recommended Use: Specialty chemical, reagent in synthesis, laboratory chemical
Supplier: Please refer to your specific source
Emergency Contact: Refer to local emergency services or supplier emergency line
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria
Physical Hazards: May form dust clouds in handling, creating respiratory irritation
Health Hazards: May cause skin and eye irritation, may cause irritation to the respiratory tract on inhalation, ingestion can result in abdominal discomfort
Environmental Hazards: Avoid uncontrolled release into water sources
Pictogram: If provided, refer to official supplier documents
Signal Word: Not required under current assessment but handle with care
Precautionary Statements: Wear appropriate gloves, wash hands after use, work in ventilated areas
Chemical Name: L-Tartaric Acid Dihydrazide
CAS Number: 6078-40-8
Concentration: 100% (pure substance)
Impurities: No significant impurities are usually present in reagent-grade samples
EC Number: 228-044-2
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water; call a doctor if irritation occurs
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, seek medical attention for continuing irritation
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, give water if the person is conscious, do not induce vomiting, contact poison control or a physician for instructions
Symptoms: May include coughing, redness, itching, gastrointestinal upset
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry powder, carbon dioxide (CO2), foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None specifically known; direct water jet may spread product
Special Hazards: Combustion generates nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides; avoid inhaling fumes
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Other Advice: Evacuate area, prevent runoff from entering water supplies or drains
Personal Precautions: Avoid breathing dust, ensure area is well ventilated, wear suitable personal protective equipment
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so, protect waterways
Clean-up Methods: Sweep up and place in suitable waste containers, avoid raising dust, wash spill area with water; ventilate area after clean-up
Safe Handling: Use in a chemical fume hood or well-ventilated space, avoid contact with skin and eyes, use proper glove and eye protection
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after use, remove contaminated clothing before entering eating areas
General Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container, keep in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials like strong oxidizing agents
Special Storage Conditions: Avoid moisture and sources of ignition, label containers clearly
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits established
Engineering Controls: Work in a chemical fume hood or provide adequate general ventilation
Personal Protection: Wear laboratory gloves, safety goggles, lab coat
Respiratory Protection: If dust forms, use a particulate mask (N95 or better)
Environmental Controls: Prevent dust and particulates from entering drains and watercourses
Appearance: White crystalline or powdery solid
Odor: Slight or odorless
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Not available
Melting Point: 136–141°C (277–286°F)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: Not determined;
Evaporation Rate: Not available;
Flammability: Not easily flammable but combustible dust hazard exists if sufficient concentration
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Solubility: Soluble in water
Density: Approx. 1.60 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Above melting point
Viscosity: Not applicable to solids
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, excess heat, incompatible substances (strong oxidizers)
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide can form during high-temperature decomposition
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Dust-air mixtures may present explosion hazards under certain conditions
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity expected based on structure and available data; no LD50 determined in common species
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild irritation
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause eye irritation
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not known to cause sensitization
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified, insufficient data
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence based on available data
STOT–Single Exposure: May cause irritation if inhaled
STOT–Repeated Exposure: No information available
Aspiration Hazard: Not applicable
Symptoms: Irritation to eyes, skin, mucous membranes; digestive tract discomfort if swallowed
Aquatic Toxicity: No specific data, not expected to be highly toxic to aquatic life
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to degrade in natural environments
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate due to water solubility
Mobility in Soil: Likely mobile in aqueous environments
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid large-scale release, minimize water contamination
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose through an authorized chemical waste facility, follow local & national regulations
Unused Product: Place in compatible, properly labeled collection containers
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers, then dispose as chemical waste
Environmental Precautions: Do not flush into drains or water courses
Recycling or Recovery: Not typically practical for laboratory-scale amounts
UN Number: Not regulated for ground, maritime or air transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as a hazardous chemical for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions: Avoid spillage, use sealed packaging
Environmentally Hazardous Substance: No
Transport in Bulk: Not intended for bulk transport
Country-Specific Regulations: Check local workplace safety and environmental regulations
OSHA: Not specifically regulated under the US OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA: Listed or exempted in TSCA inventory
REACH: Not registered under REACH for large-scale commercial use
EPA: Not listed as a hazardous waste per RCRA regulations
Other Regulatory Listings: Follow applicable guidelines for chemical handling, recordkeeping, waste
Label Elements: Follow supplier instructions, communicate hazards to all users
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