Product Name: (R)-Bis[(3-carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethyl ammonium]L-tartrate
Chemical Family: Quaternary ammonium salt
Molecular Formula: C18H34N2O12
Molecular Weight: 486.46 g/mol
SYNONYMS: Not established
CAS Number: To be confirmed
Recommended Use: Research, laboratory analysis, specialty synthesis
Supplier Details: Manufacturer or distributor contact information as displayed on original packaging
Emergency Phone: Access local emergency hotline or chemical incident hotline for guidance
GHS Classification: Eye irritation, Category 2A; Skin irritation, Category 2
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation; May cause mild skin irritation; May cause respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statements: Wear suitable protective gloves, goggles, and coat; Avoid breathing dust, fumes, mist; Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling
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Potential Health Effects: Irritation to mucous membranes, eyes, and skin; Potential indigestion risk if swallowed; Symptoms include reddening, tearing, coughing
Chemical Name: (R)-Bis[(3-carboxy-2-hydroxypropyl)trimethyl ammonium]L-tartrate
CAS Number: Available based on supplier data
Concentration: 98–100% pure (impurities present at trace levels only, not believed to alter hazard)
Other Ingredients: No significant stabilizers, diluents, or hazardous impurities present as per supplier’s analytical certificate
Inhalation: Move the affected person into fresh air; Seek medical attention if coughing or shortness of breath persists
Skin Contact: Rinse affected area thoroughly with mild soap and water; Remove soiled or contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse opened eyes gently with plenty of tepid running water for at least 15 minutes; Remove contact lenses; Seek medical attention if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with clean water without swallowing; Seek immediate advice from poison control or a physician; Do not induce vomiting without medical guidance
Most Important Symptoms/Effects: Redness, tearing, coughing, or difficulty breathing; No long-term effects known based on current data
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, or water spray
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear full protective gear, including self-contained breathing apparatus
Hazards from Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, toxic fumes may form above 150°C
Advice for Firefighters: Cool exposed containers with water spray; Remove containers from fire area if possible without risk
Specific Hazards: May irritate mucous membranes; Dust may form explosive mixtures in air at high concentrations
Personal Precautions: Wear recommended protective equipment (gloves, goggles, mask); Limit dust generation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent chemical from entering drains, waterways, or soil
Cleanup Methods: Scoop up spilled material; Avoid creating airborne dust; Collect in suitable container for disposal in accordance with local regulations; Ventilate affected area thoroughly
Notification: Notify relevant authorities if material enters environment or water systems unintentionally
Handling: Use in well-ventilated areas; Avoid inhalation and contact with skin, eyes, and clothing; Use appropriate tools and equipment
Storage: Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location; Store away from strong acids, bases, and incompatible materials
Special Considerations: Keep out of reach of unauthorized personnel; Avoid sources of ignition or excessive moisture
Container Recommendations: Use original packaging or compatible, chemically resistant containers with secure lids
Engineering Controls: Use fume hood, local exhaust, or adequate general ventilation to minimize airborne exposure
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved dust mask or respirator if exposure exceeds recommended limits or heavy dust present
Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves and snug-fitting lab coat
Personal Hygiene: Wash hands after handling, before eating or drinking; Remove and wash contaminated clothing after use
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established for this compound, but minimize exposure to dust as per general laboratory best practices
Physical State: Solid (typically crystalline powder)
Color: White to off-white
Odor: No significant odor
pH: Slightly acidic in water (pH 3–5)
Melting Point: ~180–200°C (decomposition may occur)
Boiling Point: Data not available (likely decomposes before boiling)
Solubility: Freely soluble in water
Flash Point: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Density: Approximately 1.2–1.4 g/cm³
Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions; not volatile
Partition Coefficient: Data not established specifically; presumed very low logP
Chemical Stability: Stable under ambient temperatures and pressures
Conditions to Avoid: High temperatures, open flames, prolonged exposure to moisture or acids
Incompatible Materials: Oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, and potentially toxic organic vapors during combustion or decomposition
Polymerization: Not expected to occur under standard laboratory conditions
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Not fully characterized; based on structure, may irritate eyes, skin, and respiratory tract
Chronic Effects: No data suggesting carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive hazard; long-term risks not documented
Sensitization: Not known to cause skin or respiratory sensitization
Symptoms of Exposure: Eye redness, tearing, skin irritation, respiratory tract discomfort, nausea if swallowed
Ecotoxicity: Not thoroughly studied, but similar quaternary ammonium compounds can impact aquatic life at high concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Degradability uncertain, but cationic surfactants often persist in certain environments
Bioaccumulative Potential: Significant bioaccumulation not expected, based on high water solubility
Mobility in Soil: Freely soluble, may migrate in surface and ground water
Further Information: Prevent large releases to the environment; follow local environmental protection protocols
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of material in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations; chemical waste should be collected and treated at an authorized site
Container Disposal: Rinse and dispose of containers as hazardous waste if contaminated
Environmental Precautions: Avoid disposal into drains, watercourses, or open soil; inform appropriate agencies in the event of large spills
UN Number: Not specifically assigned
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated for transport under typical DOT, IATA, IMDG
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant per IMDG criteria
Transport Precautions: Secure packaging to prevent release; avoid incompatible shipments; label containers accurately
OSHA Status: Not listed under specific workplace standards; handle as hazardous laboratory chemical
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting under SARA Title III Sections 302, 304, or 313
TSCA: Not explicitly listed; check latest EPA inventory
REACH: Registration may be required in the EU for quantities above regulatory thresholds
Other Regulations: Follow all occupational health and safety regulations applicable in your location; check local workplace exposure lists; conform to chemical registration requirements where applicable
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