Product Name: Antimony Potassium Tartrate
CAS Number: 28300-74-5
Chemical Formula: K2Sb2(C4H2O6)2·3H2O
Synonyms: Potassium Antimonyl Tartrate, Tartar Emetic
Recommended Use: Laboratory reagent, pharmaceutical intermediate, textiles, ceramic industries
Supplier Contact: Refer to safety information of the respective provider, always cross-check registration and hazard rating
Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral, Inhalation), Eye Irritant, Environmental Hazard
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Toxic if swallowed; Harmful if inhaled; May cause serious damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure; Dangerous to aquatic life with long-term effects
Pictograms: Skull and crossbones, health hazard
Precautionary Statements: Avoid exposure; Do not eat, drink or smoke during use; Use personal protection; Seek medical help if symptoms develop; Store locked up away from incompatible materials
Chemical Name: Antimony Potassium Tartrate
Concentration: Typically greater than 99% in pure form
Impurities: Trace levels of free antimony, potassium compounds, water of crystallization
Other Ingredients: Not typically present in analytical grade samples
General Advice: Remove from contaminated area; Provide fresh air
Inhalation: Move the person into fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing; Seek prompt medical attention
Skin Contact: Take off contaminated clothing; Rinse skin thoroughly with soap and water
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; Remove contact lenses if easy; Continue rinsing; Get medical advice
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; Do not induce vomiting; Seek immediate medical advice
Symptoms and Effects: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, muscle pain, severe poisoning leading to cardiac or liver effects
Medical Attention Needed: Symptomatic treatment as needed by medical personnel
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jets may spread material
Specific Hazards: Releases toxic fumes of antimony and potassium oxides under fire conditions
Protective Gear: Full protective suit, self-contained breathing apparatus
Fire-Fighting Procedures: Remove containers from fire area if safe; Use water spray to cool containers; Prevent runoff from entering drains or water bodies
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable protective gear including gloves, goggles, and mask; Evacuate unnecessary personnel
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so; Avoid material entry into waterways, drains, or sewers
Cleanup Methods: Collect spillage with absorbent material; Clean area with plenty of water; Dispose of collected waste according to regulations
Decontamination: Wash contaminated surfaces thoroughly to remove residues
Handling: Work in well-ventilated areas; Avoid dust generation and accumulation; Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing; Do not ingest or inhale
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling; Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas; Keep away from incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers and acids; Protect from light and moisture
Special Requirements: Store locked up; Ensure access is restricted to qualified personnel
Occupational Exposure Limits: ACGIH TLV: 0.5 mg/m³ (as Sb, antimony compounds); OSHA PEL: 0.5 mg/m³
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation or adequate general ventilation
Respiratory Protection: Approved respirators for dusty conditions
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, lab coat or coveralls
Eye Protection: Safety goggles with side shields
Other Protection: Eye wash stations and emergency showers in the immediate area; Professional training for users
Work Practices: Follow safe chemical handling guidance; Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Melting Point: Loses water at about 100°C, decomposes around 170°C
Solubility: Soluble in water; Slightly soluble in alcohol
pH: Acidic solution in water
Density: About 2.6 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Other Properties: Hygroscopic; Deliquescent in moist air; Breaks down to antimony oxides under strong heat
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Hazardous Reactions: Reacts vigorously with strong oxidizing agents and strong acids
Decomposition Products: Antimony oxides, potassium compounds, carbon oxides, toxic fumes
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, humidity, contact with incompatible substances
Polymerization: Not known to occur
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) 115 mg/kg
Chronic Effects: Repeated exposure can result in liver and kidney damage; Effects on heart function and blood composition
Symptoms: Gastrointestinal upset, muscular pain, headache, drowsiness, potential for severe toxicity
Carcinogenicity: IARC: Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans for certain antimony compounds)
Other Effects: May cause reproductive toxicity; No safe level for chronic exposure established
Ecotoxicity: Highly toxic to aquatic organisms; Careless release endangers aquatic habitats
Mobility: Moves readily in soil and water; Can persist in the environment
Persistence and Degradability: Not easily degradable; Binds to sediments
Bioaccumulation: Potential risk for accumulation in aquatic organisms and food chains
Other Adverse Effects: Contributes to heavy metal pollution; Requires attentive environmental management
Waste Treatment Methods: Consult regional, national, and local laws before disposal
Disposal of Product: Treat as hazardous waste; Specialized incineration or chemical degradation needed
Disposal of Contaminated Packaging: Decontaminate before re-use or disposal; Use certified waste handling services
Precautions: Avoid uncontrolled disposal in drains, sewers, or the environment
UN Number: 1551
Shipping Name: Antimony Potassium Tartrate
Hazard Class: 6.1 (Toxic substances)
Packing Group: II
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Transport Precautions: Handle and transport only as permitted for toxic materials; Secure containers to avoid breakage or spillage
Regulatory Guidance: Ensure all identification marks, labels, and shipping documents are in compliance with international transport standards
OSHA Hazard Communication: Classified as hazardous according to OSHA HCS
TSCA Status: Listed on the US Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
EU Regulations: Listed on REACH, subject to restriction and reporting requirements (Annex XVII)
DSL/NDSL: Listed in Canada
Other National Inventories: Covered under various country-specific chemical inventories
Safety and Health Regulations: Follow strict local, national, and international requirements; Environmental reporting required if released above threshold quantities
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