Product Name: Sodium Potassium L-Tartrate Tetrahydrate
Synonyms: Rochelle Salt, Seignette Salt
Chemical Formula: KNaC4H4O6·4H2O
CAS Number: 6381-59-5
Intended Use: Laboratory reagent, food additive, pharmaceutical intermediate
Supplier: Chemical supply companies, laboratories
Contact Information: Company address and emergency number, listed on packaging
Recommended Restrictions: Not for drug, food, or household use unless explicitly stated
Classification: Not classified as hazardous by GHS under normal use
Signal Word: None required
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin and eye irritation
Precautionary Statements: Wash exposed area after handling, do not eat or inhale
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation may cause throat irritation, skin or eye contact may lead to redness or discomfort
Environmental Effects: Large quantities may be harmful to aquatic environments
Chemical Name: Sodium Potassium L-Tartrate Tetrahydrate
Common Name: Rochelle Salt
Concentration: 100% (pure substance)
CAS Number: 6381-59-5
Impurities or Stabilizing Additives: Not typically present at hazardous levels
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, seek medical advice if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water for at least 15 minutes, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, consult physician if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person, seek medical advice
Important Symptoms: Mild irritation of eyes, skin, or respiratory tract
Advice for Medical Personnel: Treat symptoms, no specific antidote known
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water spray
Specific Hazards: Product itself is not flammable
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, sodium oxides, potassium oxides formed at high temperatures
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes
Firefighting Procedures: Avoid breathing dust or vapors, use water spray to cool containers exposed to flame
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, and safety goggles
Avoid Inhalation: Use local exhaust ventilation or work outdoors if possible
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage if safe, keep product out of drains and waterways
Methods for Cleaning Up: Clean up using brush or vacuum into a suitable container, avoid creating dust, flush area with water after material is collected
Precautions for Handling: Handle in well-ventilated area, avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing, do not breathe dust, practice good hygiene
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly sealed container away from incompatible substances, keep in cool, dry place
Storage Temperature: Between 15°C and 25°C, avoid humidity
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, acids may decompose the product
Specific End Uses: Apply only as directed in laboratory or industrial settings with appropriate controls in place
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established for this compound
Appropriate Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or general ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, lab coat, avoid direct contact
Respiratory Protection: Use approved dust mask if dust is generated
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking; remove and wash contaminated clothing after use
Environmental Exposure Controls: Avoid releasing large amounts into soil, water, or air
Appearance: Colorless, transparent crystals or white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: Approximately 7 (1% solution in water)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Loses water of hydration at 60–100°C, decomposes above 100°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: Not flammable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Non-flammable
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Relative Density: About 1.79 g/cm³
Solubility: Soluble in water, insoluble in alcohol
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: Decomposes above 100°C
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: No hazardous reactions under normal conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Extreme heat, humidity, exposure to strong acids or oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidants, mineral acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sodium oxide, potassium oxide gases may form at high temperatures or during fire
Acute Toxicity: No data available on LD50 for this specific hydrate, related tartrate salts have low acute toxicity
Chronic Toxicity: Prolonged exposure may lead to gastrointestinal upset
Potential Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Inhalation Effects: Dust may cause mild respiratory irritation
Skin Effects: Prolonged contact may cause mild irritation
Eye Effects: Dust or powder contact can cause redness or discomfort
Ingestion Effects: Large amounts may result in nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea
Sensitization: Not classified as a skin sensitizer
Carcinogenicity: No components listed as carcinogenic by NTP, IARC, OSHA
Mutagenicity: No data indicating mutagenic potential
Reproductive Toxicity: No data indicating reproductive effects
Ecotoxicity: Data is limited; not expected to cause significant environmental harm in small quantities
Persistence and Degradability: Product is rapidly soluble in water, breaks down under environmental conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: Expected to have low potential for bioaccumulation
Mobility in Soil: High mobility due to water solubility
Other Adverse Effects: Large spills may cause localized impact on aquatic life or soil organisms if undiluted
Product Disposal: Dispose of unused material in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse thoroughly before disposal, follow proper container disposal procedures
Sewage Disposal: Do not discharge large amounts into drains or water courses
Waste Codes: Not listed as a hazardous waste under RCRA; consult local waste authorities
Disposal Methods: Landfill or incineration as permitted
Precautions: Prevent uncontrolled release to the environment during disposal
UN Number: Not regulated as a hazardous material under UN recommendations
Proper Shipping Name: Not a dangerous good
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as dangerous to the environment
Special Precautions for Users: Avoid packaging that could leak powder or create dust during transport
Transport in Bulk: No restrictions known
OSHA Status: Not regulated as hazardous
SARA 313: Not listed
TSCA Inventory: Listed
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
REACH (EU): Not subject to registration under current regulations for laboratory or reagent use
Labeling: No special labeling required under current chemical regulations for handling and storage
Other International Regulations: Not classified as dangerous in relevant international transportation regulations
Restrictions: Not listed on chemical watchlists for restricted export/import under ordinary use scenarios
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