Material Safety Data Sheet: Sodium Tartrate Dihydrate

Identification

Product Name: Sodium Tartrate Dihydrate
Chemical Formula: Na2C4H4O6·2H2O
Synonyms: Disodium tartrate dihydrate, E335(ii), Rochelle salt
CAS Number: 6106-24-7
Recommended Use: Food additive, laboratory reagent, buffer, sequestrant
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Hazard Identification

GHS Classification: Not hazardous under GHS criteria
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: Not considered dangerous to health in normal handling
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation of dust, avoid direct skin and eye contact
Physical Hazards: May be irritating in high concentrations as dust
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure to large quantities could cause stomach upset or skin dryness

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical Name: Sodium Tartrate Dihydrate
CAS Number: 6106-24-7
EC Number: 204-673-3
Percentage: 99–100% by weight
Impurities: Typically contains only trace levels of other salts, less than 0.1%

First Aid Measures

Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, seek medical attention if breathing is difficult or symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, consult physician if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing, seek medical attention if redness or pain persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, call a physician if feeling unwell or large amount ingested

Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: Product does not burn, may decompose at high temperature and produce irritating fumes such as carbon oxides and sodium oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Fire Fighting Instructions: Cool containers with water spray, prevent runoff from entering drains

Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions: Use personal protection such as gloves, goggles, dust mask
Spill Response: Sweep up and collect spilled material, avoid raising dust, place residue in appropriate non-reactive containers for disposal
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains or surface water
Clean-up Methods: Wash spill site with water after the material is picked up, ventilate area

Handling and Storage

Handling: Use local exhaust to minimize dust, avoid inhalation and contact with skin or eyes, wash hands after handling
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers in cool, dry, well-ventilated area; keep away from moisture and incompatible materials
Incompatible Products: Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents
Other Precautions: Keep containers upright and secure to prevent spills

Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Engineering Controls: Use adequate ventilation to prevent dust accumulation, provide eyewash stations
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses with side shields, protective gloves, lab coat or apron, approved dust mask if dust is generated
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area; wash hands and face after handling
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established exposure limits for sodium tartrate dihydrate

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: White crystalline powder or granules
Odor: Odorless
pH (1% solution): 7–9
Melting Point: 100°C (release of water of crystallization)
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Solubility: Soluble in water (630 g/L at 20°C), insoluble in ethanol
Specific Gravity: About 1.79
Vapor Pressure: Not relevant
Decomposition Temperature: 220°C (decomposes, releasing fumes)

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage
Reactivity: Not highly reactive, but reacts with strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, sodium oxides on thermal decomposition
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizers

Toxicological Information

Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat) > 5000 mg/kg, considered low toxicity
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Potential Health Effects: Dust may cause mild irritation to respiratory system, skin, or eyes; not known to cause chronic effects
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Other Effects: No evidence of mutagenicity or reproductive toxicity

Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Sodium tartrate dihydrate exhibits low toxicity to aquatic organisms
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in the environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in soil: Highly mobile in water, leaches easily
Other Adverse Effects: No known significant effects or critical hazards to the environment

Disposal Considerations

Disposal Methods: Dispose of as non-hazardous chemical waste, in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse and recycle or dispose of containers as permitted by regulations
Environmental Precautions: Do not release large quantities into surface water or sewage systems

Transport Information

UN Number: Not regulated
DOT Classification: Not regulated as dangerous goods
IMDG/IATA: Not classified as hazardous for air or sea transport
Proper Shipping Name: Sodium tartrate dihydrate
Packing Group: None
Transport Label Required: None indicated

Regulatory Information

Status under TSCA: Listed
REACH Registration: Exempt or registered
FDA: Recognized as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) for food use
WHMIS Classification (Canada): Not a controlled product
DSL/NDSL: Listed
Other: No restrictions under major global chemical regulations