Product Name: L-Tartaric acid sodium salt
Synonyms: Sodium L-tartrate, Sodium (+)-tartrate, Disodium 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate
Chemical Formula: C4H4Na2O6
CAS Number: 868-18-8
Uses: Laboratory reagent, food additive, buffering agent
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Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS regulations
Potential Health Effects: May irritate eyes, skin, and respiratory tract after prolonged exposure. Ingestion of large amounts may lead to gastrointestinal discomfort, including nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
Label Elements: Not a hazardous material; precautionary labeling may include “Irritant” warning.
Signal Word: None required under GHS
Hazard Statements: May cause mild irritation to eyes and mucous membranes.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid direct contact with eyes, ingesting large quantities, or inhaling dust.
Chemical Name: L-Tartaric acid sodium salt
Synonyms: Sodium L-tartrate
Purity: ≥ 99%
Chemical Formula: C4H4Na2O6
Molecular Weight: 194.05 g/mol
Impurities: Trace levels of moisture or other tartaric acid salts may be present
Concentration: 100% unless specified otherwise for specific dilutions.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms develop or persist. Provide artificial respiration if breathing is difficult.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed skin with plenty of soap and water for several minutes. Get medical advice if irritation remains.
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes carefully with lukewarm water for several minutes, keeping eyelids open. Seek medical attention if redness or discomfort continues.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting. Give small amounts of water to drink if the subject is conscious. Get medical help if discomfort develops.
Note to Physician: Treat symptomatically based on the patient’s condition and exposure.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical powder, or carbon dioxide (CO2).
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid direct water jet which may spread spilled material.
Specific Hazards: Burns may generate irritating or toxic fumes such as carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and possibly sodium oxides.
Firefighting Instructions: Evacuate area and fight fire from a safe distance. Wear full protective gear including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon compounds, sodium oxides.
Protective Equipment: Full face shield, gloves, and appropriate respiratory protection. Contain water runoff if possible to prevent environmental contamination.
Personal Precautions: Isolate spill area. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with eyes or skin. Wear dust mask, chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, surface water, or groundwater. Report significant spillages to authorities as required.
Containment Procedures: Pick up using shovel or broom, minimizing dust formation. Collect in tightly sealed containers.
Cleanup Methods: Wash area with water after removal of material. Ventilate area thoroughly. Dispose of cleaning material and waste in compliance with local regulations.
Additional Advice: Avoid creating airborne dust. Sweep up with a damp towel or mop in smaller spills to prevent powder dispersal.
Precautions for Safe Handling: Use in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid inhaling powders or dust clouds. Clean up spills promptly.
Safe Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from incompatible substances such as strong acids and oxidizers. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use.
Storage Temperature: Store at ambient room temperature; avoid excessive heat and humidity.
Incompatible Materials: Avoid strong corrosive agents, oxidizers, and reducing agents.
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands after handling, avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in work areas where this material is manipulated.
Recommended Storage Containers: Use original containers made of compatible materials.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for this substance; keep dust levels as low as practicable.
Engineering Controls: Provide local exhaust or general ventilation to maintain a dust-free atmosphere.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
pH Solution: 7–9 (1% aqueous solution)
Melting Point: Decomposes above 224°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Solubility: Soluble in water; insoluble in ethanol
Relative Density: Approximately 1.8 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Evaporation Rate: Not volatile
Flash Point: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): Not determined
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Explosive Properties: Not explosive
Oxidizing Properties: Not an oxidizer.
Chemical Stability: Remains stable under normal temperature and pressure conditions for storage and handling.
Reactivity: Not reactive under standard handling and storage conditions.
Possible Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with strong oxidizers or strong acids, generating heat and possibly releasing toxic gases.
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture, exposure to strong acids or oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: At high temperatures, may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and sodium oxides.
Polymerization: Does not polymerize.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eye contact.
Acute Toxicity: Low acute oral toxicity; ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal symptoms.
Skin and Eye Irritation: May cause mild, reversible irritation upon direct contact.
Sensitization: Not known to cause allergic sensitization.
Chronic Effects: No chronic health effects or long-term risks have been documented at lab or household exposures.
Mutagenicity, Carcinogenicity, Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence of carcinogenicity or genetic effects in humans.
Other Information: Practicing standard handling procedures minimizes health risks.
Environmental Fate: Biodegradable in soil and water; breaks down under natural conditions.
Ecotoxicity: No significant toxicity to aquatic life at reasonable concentrations; large spills may increase biological oxygen demand.
Bioaccumulation Potential: Does not persist or bioaccumulate in the environment.
Mobility in Soil: Expected to have high mobility due to solubility in water.
Other Adverse Effects: Unlikely to cause long-term environmental damage with responsible use and disposal.
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of product and contaminated materials as non-hazardous waste. Follow all local and national regulations.
Disposal of Containers: Clean, recyclable packaging may be disposed of in regular trash after rinsing. Bulk residues should be transported to a licensed waste facility.
Environmental Precautions: Avoid release to surface waters, storm drains, or soil in large quantities.
Other Advice: Seek guidance from waste management professionals for large-scale disposals.
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as a hazardous material for ground, air, or sea transport
Packaging Group: Not assigned
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: None known
Special Precautions: Protect packages from moisture or physical damage in transit. Store upright and secure.
GHS Classification: Not classified as a hazardous substance
TSCA (US): Listed
REACH (EU): Registered or exempt
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
Other National Inventories: Present in Australia (AICS), Japan (ENCS), China (IECSC), Korea (ECL), Philippines (PICCS)
Labeling Requirements: Not required under global chemical regulations; product can be handled as low-risk laboratory chemical.
Restrictions: Use limited by food and pharmaceutical-grade standards in some jurisdictions.
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