Material Safety Data Sheet: Sodium Tartrate Monobasic Monohydrate

Identification

Product Name: Sodium Tartrate Monobasic Monohydrate
Synonyms: Monosodium tartrate monohydrate, Sodium 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate monohydrate
Chemical Formula: C4H4Na2O6·H2O
CAS Number: 6018-82-8
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemicals, analytical reagent, possible food additive
Supplier Information: Contact details including business address, emergency phone number, manufacturer identification

Hazard Identification

Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS; generally regarded as safe for routine lab practices
Potential Health Effects: Eye irritation, slight skin irritation, possible gastrointestinal discomfort following ingestion
Label Elements: Avoid dust formation, use protective equipment
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye contact, ingestion
Signal Word: No signal word assigned
Pictograms: No pictogram required
Precautionary Statements: Prevent contact with skin and eyes, avoid inhalation of dust

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Component: Sodium Tartrate Monobasic Monohydrate
Concentration: 100% or as specified per batch
Chemical Identity: Disodium salt of tartaric acid, monohydrate form
Impurities: Typical batches do not contain hazardous impurities above GHS cut-off values
Molecular Weight: 230.08 g/mol

First Aid Measures

General Advice: Move affected person to fresh air, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical advice if symptoms persist
Inhalation: Relocate to fresh air, provide oxygen if breathing is difficult
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and plenty of water, seek attention for prolonged irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse continuously with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids periodically
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water in small sips, do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice if needed
Symptoms: Mild respiratory irritation, redness, itching, transient gastrointestinal upset

Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known specific to this compound
Hazards from Combustion: Emits carbon oxides, sodium oxides under fire conditions
Protective Equipment: Use self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear
Special Procedures: Remain upwind, contain runoff from fire control to prevent environmental contamination

Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions: Wear protective gloves, goggles, a dust mask or respirator
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, watercourses, or soil
Containment: Keep unprotected persons away from the spilled material
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up without creating dust, collect in containers for proper disposal, ventilate the area thoroughly

Handling and Storage

Handling: Use proper ventilation to reduce dust, employ standard hygienic measures including hand washing
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, keep container tightly closed
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents
Storage Conditions: Protect from moisture and direct sunlight, avoid heat sources and incompatibles
Hygiene Measures: Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in work area, wash hands after use, launder contaminated clothing before reuse

Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits set for this material
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, maintain air concentrations as low as possible
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses with side-shields, chemical-resistant gloves, lab coat
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask or respirator in case of inadequate ventilation
Environmental Exposure: Employ controls to prevent release to the environment

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: Approximately 6 (1% solution in water)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Decomposes without melting, usually above 100°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Flammability: Not flammable
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Relative Density: 1.79 g/cm³
Solubility in Water: Freely soluble
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not self-igniting
Decomposition Temperature: Approximately 100°C (loss of hydrate)
Viscosity: Not determined

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions known under normal use
Potential Hazards: Avoid strong oxidizing agents, may react with acids to give off CO2
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to heat, moisture, incompatible materials
Decomposition Products: Produces carbon oxides, sodium oxides at high temperatures

Toxicological Information

Acute Toxicity: Low acute toxicity, oral LD50 (rat) > 5000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Slight irritation possible with prolonged contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause mild, transient eye irritation
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not known to be a sensitizer
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: No data indicating mutagenic properties
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic (not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA)
Reproductive Toxicity: No known effects
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: Not identified as an STOT substance
Symptoms: Redness, itching, stomach upset with high ingestion

Ecological Information

Toxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic life; not classified as hazardous to the environment
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable under typical conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: No significant potential expected
Mobility in Soil: Expected to be highly mobile in water, does not bioaccumulate
Other Adverse Effects: Does not deplete ozone, no effect on endocrine systems reported

Disposal Considerations

Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations
Product: Unused or surplus material to be treated as non-hazardous laboratory waste unless contaminated
Packaging: Rinse containers and offer for recycling or dispose according to regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of as unused product
Environmental Precautions: Do not allow to reach ground water, water courses, or sewage systems

Transport Information

UN Number: Not classified as dangerous goods for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous for road, rail, sea, or air transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Avoid spillage, use secure containers

Regulatory Information

Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations: Not listed as a hazardous substance under major global regulations
OSHA: Not regulated as a hazardous chemical
TSCA: Listed
EU Regulation: Not classified as dangerous under Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting under SARA Sections 302, 304, 311, 312, 313
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Other Information: Follow workplace and regional standards for chemical storage, labeling, and usage