Chemical Name: Sodium bitartrate
Common Names: Monosodium tartrate, Sodium hydrogen tartrate
CAS Number: 868-18-8
Recommended Uses: Used in food industry as an acidity regulator, laboratory chemical, and analytical reagent
Supplier Information: Manufacturer and distributor details should include company name, address, and contact number
Emergency Contact: Local poison control center or chemical emergency response number for immediate assistance
Classification: Not considered hazardous under normal handling; minimal acute toxicity reported
Label Elements: No pictogram or signal word according to GHS
Hazard Statements: May cause mild irritation to eyes and skin for some individuals, inhalation may result in respiratory discomfort
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged skin exposure, prevent generation of dust, use personal protective equipment as appropriate
Chemical Formula: C4H5NaO6
Synonyms: Sodium bitartrate, E335(ii)
Impurities and Stabilizing Additives: Product may contain trace levels of related tartrate salts; ensure food-grade or reagent-grade as required by application
Concentration: Purity typically above 99% for commercial and laboratory use
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, seek medical advice if breathing becomes difficult or symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, consult medical attention for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse eye with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing and seek medical attention for ongoing irritation
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention if feeling unwell or large quantities consumed
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or foam as appropriate
Specific Hazards: Material itself is not highly combustible, decomposition at high temperatures may produce irritant fumes such as carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and sodium oxides
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing during fire, to prevent exposure to thermal decomposition products
Personal Precautions: Avoid dust formation; use appropriate personal protective equipment including gloves, goggles, dust mask
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage, avoid entry into drains and surface water
Methods for Clean-up: Sweep or shovel material into suitable waste container, avoid generating dust, clean spill area with water, ventilate if needed, dispose of in accordance with local regulations
Safe Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, minimize dust production, avoid inhalation and contact with skin or eyes, utilize protective gloves and eyewear during transfer
Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed in a dry, cool, well-ventilated space, store away from strong acids and bases which may cause decomposition, segregate from food and drink to prevent accidental ingestion
Control Parameters: Occupational exposure limits not established; monitor workplace air if handling large amounts
Engineering Controls: Provide adequate ventilation, employ local exhaust if high dust concentrations expected
Personal Protective Equipment: Gloves (nitrile or suitable chemical resistant), safety goggles, dust mask or respirator for powders, lab coat or apron to protect clothing and skin
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after use, do not eat or drink during handling, remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: Mildly acidic (solution)
Melting/Decomposition Point: Decomposes above 100°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Solubility: Soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol
Flash Point: Not combustible
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Relative Density: Approximately 1.7 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient: Not known
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Explosive Properties: Not explosive
Oxidizing Properties: Not an oxidizer
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Avoid contact with strong acids and bases, which can cause decomposition releasing gases
Hazardous Reactions: Not known to polymerize or form hazardous reactions under standard conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products: On heating, may release carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and sodium oxides
Acute Toxicity: Very low oral and dermal toxicity; not anticipated to cause acute effects under typical exposures
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals with prolonged or repeated contact
Eye Damage/Irritation: Can cause temporary discomfort and irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Respiratory irritation possible if dust is inhaled in significant quantity
Carcinogenicity: No data indicating carcinogenic effects
Mutagenicity: Not known to be mutagenic
Reproductive Toxicity: Not identified as a reproductive hazard
Possible Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation of dust, dermal and ocular contact
Ecotoxicity: No evidence of significant ecological harm at typical use rates; readily biodegradable in environment
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to break down naturally; not persistent
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low; unlikely to accumulate in food webs
Mobility in Soil: Likely to move through soil if released into the environment due to good water solubility
Waste Treatment Methods: Collect and contain for disposal according to local, regional, and national regulations
Disposal of Packaging: Clean empty packaging may be recyclable; otherwise dispose as chemical waste
Special Precautions: Do not dispose of in household waste streams or into the environment, especially in large amounts
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Sodium bitartrate
Transport Hazard Class(es): Not regulated
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions for User: Secure containers to avoid spill during transit
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as a marine pollutant
Labeling Requirements: Follow appropriate chemical labeling standards within jurisdiction
SARA Title III: Not listed as a hazardous substance
TSCA Status: Listed on the US Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
REACH Status: Exempt or pre-registered substance in the EU
Other Regulation: Ensure compliance with local food safety agencies if using for food applications, and workplace chemical safety regulations as relevant in each locale
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