Product Name: L-Tartaric Acid Dipotassium Salt
Chemical Formula: C4H4K2O6
CAS Number: 868-14-4
Synonyms: Potassium L-tartrate, Dipotassium tartrate, Dipotassium L-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate
Recommended Uses: Used in food, pharmaceuticals, laboratory reagents, and as a buffering agent
Manufacturer Information: Name and address provided on product label
Emergency Contact: Local poison control center or emergency services
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS standards
Label Elements: No symbol or signal word required
Emergency Overview: White crystalline powder with no significant odor, presents low acute toxicity
Potential Health Effects: May cause mild irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract
Chronic Exposure: No chronic health effects noted at occupational exposure levels
Environmental Hazards: Not expected to present a significant environmental hazard at small scale
Chemical Name: L-Tartaric Acid Dipotassium Salt
Common Name: Potassium tartrate
Molecular Weight: 226.27 g/mol
Purity: >98%
Other Ingredients: Not applicable
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do
Skin Contact: Wash exposed skin with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, drink water for dilution, seek medical attention if symptoms appear
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, get medical attention if respiratory symptoms develop
General Advice: Never provide anything by mouth to an unconscious individual, monitor for delayed symptoms
Suitable Extinguishing Agents: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Special Hazards: Thermal decomposition may generate irritating fumes; avoid inhalation of combustion products
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Specific Methods: Cool exposed containers with water spray to prevent overheating; avoid runoff into drains or watercourses
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, safety goggles, and laboratory coat to minimize contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large spills from entering drains, sewer, or waterways
Methods for Cleaning up: Sweep up spilled product carefully and transfer to an appropriate waste container; wash area with water to remove residues
Reference to Other Sections: See Exposure Controls and Personal Protection for further guidance on safe handling
Handling Procedures: Avoid dust formation, practice good laboratory hygiene, and wash hands after use
Technical Measures: Work under adequate ventilation, use local exhaust if dust generation likely
Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly closed container, in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and incompatible substances
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizing agents
Packaging Materials: Keep in original containers or other appropriate, compatible packaging
Storage Temperature: Ambient temperature, protect from excessive heat
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limit established
Engineering Controls: Use adequate ventilation, preferably fume hood for large-scale handling
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, laboratory coat
Respiratory Protection: Use dust mask if dust levels become significant
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke while working with product; always wash hands before breaks and at end of shift
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
pH (1% solution): 7–9.5
Melting Point: Decomposes before melting
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Solubility in Water: Freely soluble
Vapor Pressure: Not relevant for a solid
Density: Approximately 2.03 g/cm³
Flash Point: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of storage and handling
Reactivity: Reacts with strong acids and oxidizing agents
Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition releases irritating gases including carbon oxides
Hazardous Polymerization: Not expected to occur
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, moisture, incompatible materials
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity, no serious acute effects observed in standard animal studies
Routes of Exposure: Eyes, skin, inhalation, ingestion
Symptoms: Dust contact may cause mild irritation to eyes and respiratory tract, ingestion can lead to mild gastrointestinal disturbance
Skin Sensitization: Not reported
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: No evidence of carcinogenic or mutagenic effects in available studies
Chronic Effects: No chronic toxicity identified at occupational exposure levels
Other Data: Maintain good industrial hygiene practice to avoid unnecessary exposure
Ecotoxicity: Not classified as environmentally hazardous
Persistence and Degradability: Product is biodegradable, breaks down into naturally occurring substances
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low potential for bioaccumulation
Mobility: High solubility in water may allow mobility in soil and water
Other Adverse Effects: None known based on available data
Disposal Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Waste Classification: Not classified as hazardous waste
Product Disposal: Solid material may be placed in landfill or incinerated subject to local regulations
Packaging Disposal: Wash empty containers before disposal or recycling; avoid uncontrolled release into the environment
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class(es): Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions: Prevent container damage during transport, avoid contact with incompatible substances, and keep containers closed and dry
Inventory Status: Listed on TSCA, EINECS, and other major chemical inventories
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Not classified as hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication, EU CLP, or other major regulations
Label Information: Not required as a hazardous material, safe handling instructions should be followed
Chemical Safety Assessment: Not required due to low hazard profile
Other Regulatory Notes: Check product use and local requirements periodically for updates or changes; encourage consistent review of regulatory updates for chemical safety
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