Product Name: Tartaric Acid Cupric Salt
Chemical Formula: C4H4CuO6
Synonyms: Copper(II) tartrate, cupric tartrate
CAS Number: 815-82-7
Recommended Use: Laboratory reagent, chemical synthesis
Supplier Details: Manufacturer contact information, emergency telephone numbers, and official address documented in accordance with local occupational safety standards.
Classification: Acute toxicity (oral, inhalation, dermal), skin and eye irritant, environmental hazard
Label Elements: Signal word “Warning”, exclamation mark pictogram, aquatic environment hazard
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, toxic to aquatic life, causes moderate skin and eye irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or fumes, keep out of reach of children, wash hands thoroughly after handling, do not discharge into drains or the environment
Chemical Name: Tartaric Acid Cupric Salt
Common Components: Copper(II) ion (Cu2+) 20–26%, Tartaric acid residue 70–80%, trace water or impurities less than 1%
Purity: Technical or analytical grade, specify by lot analysis for laboratory use
Other Ingredients: No significant stabilizers, binders, or additional hazardous substances reported in controlled batches.
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, support breathing with oxygen if symptoms persist, seek immediate medical advice if persistent coughing or shortness of breath develops.
Skin Contact: Rinse affected skin thoroughly with soap and flowing water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical attention for irritation or blistering.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes gently with water for twenty minutes holding eyelids apart, remove contact lenses if safe, obtain medical attention promptly.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, give water or milk only if victim is conscious, seek immediate professional care due to risk from copper toxicity.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid high-pressure streams to prevent dispersing powder
Hazardous Combustion Products: May release toxic fumes of oxides of copper or carbon
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus required, avoid inhaling fumes, isolate area if safe
Special Fire Precautions: Prevent water runoff from entering sewers, respond from upwind position, keep containers cool.
Personal Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, dust mask or respirator
Spill Cleanup: Sweep up without generating dust, collect in labeled airtight containers, ventilate affected area, wash spill site with water and mild detergent
Environmental Precautions: Avoid entry to surface water or drains, notify environmental authorities if a significant amount spills
Disposal: Place waste in sealed containers for proper hazardous chemical disposal.
Handling: Use local exhaust ventilation to reduce dust exposure, avoid direct contact with skin or eyes, wash hands after use, prohibit eating or drinking in chemical handling areas
Storage: Store in tightly closed original containers, keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location, keep away from incompatible substances such as acids or oxidizers, use corrosion-resistant shelving or trays, maintain clear labels
Personal Hygiene: Change and wash work clothing frequently, ensure eye-wash and safety showers available nearby.
Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL for copper dusts and mists (as Cu): 1 mg/m3 TWA
Engineering Controls: Fume hoods, local exhaust systems at potential points of dust release
Personal Protective Equipment: NIOSH-approved respirators, splash-proof safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene), full lab coat or apron, closed-toe shoes
General Protection: Do not touch face while handling, remove contaminated clothing before leaving work area, routine air monitoring in workplaces handling copper compounds.
Appearance: Blue-green, crystalline or powder solid
Odor: Odorless, metallic tang may be present if damp
pH: Slightly acidic aqueous solutions (between 3.0–4.0 for 1% solution)
Melting Point / Freezing Point: Decomposes before melting, above 200°C
Solubility: Moderately soluble in water, insoluble in many organic solvents
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Density: Approximately 2.3–2.5 g/cm3
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient temperature
Flash Point: Not flammable
Other Notes: Decomposition may release irritating copper oxide dust.
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents, reactive metals
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Copper oxides, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, possible organic acids
Polymerization: No hazardous polymerization expected
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, moisture, direct sunlight, mixing with incompatible materials.
Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, skin, and eyes
Acute Effects: Irritation of mucous membranes, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain from copper toxicity, eye redness and watering, skin rash possible
Chronic Effects: Liver and kidney damage, anemia, methemoglobinemia from prolonged or repeated exposure
LD50 / LC50: Oral (rat) LD50 > 350 mg/kg (estimated, varies by source)
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a human carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Other Clinical Findings: Blue-green line on gums with repeated copper exposure, neurological symptoms in extreme poisoning cases.
Aquatic Toxicity: Highly toxic to fish, invertebrates, and some algae; copper ions bioaccumulate and disrupt aquatic habitats
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, copper persists in environment as stable ions or insoluble precipitates
Mobility in Soil: Copper binds strongly to soil and sediment, risk of groundwater contamination low but not negligible
Other Environmental Hazards: May contribute to soil acidification, adverse long-term effects in aquatic environments through bioaccumulation and food chain disruption
Waste Disposal: Treat as hazardous waste; dispose of in accordance with federal, state, and local environmental control regulations
Container Disposal: Rinse containers, remove labels, puncture or deface before recycling or landfilling if permitted
Precautions: Never pour residues down the drain, incineration only if approved and equipped for heavy metals, consult local authorities for specific recommendations.
UN Number: UN3077
Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (contains copper tartrate)
Transport Hazard Class: 9 (Miscellaneous hazardous substances)
Packing Group: III
Environmental Hazards: Marine pollutant, transport in bulk only with appropriate labeling
Special Precautions: Avoid spillage during loading and unloading, carry safety equipment for containment, comply with hazardous materials documentation.
OSHA: Hazardous material; reference to hazard communication standard
TSCA: Listed chemical substance
REACH: Regulatory approval required for use in the European Union
SARA Title III: Subject to community right-to-know reporting due to copper content
Other Applicable Regulations: Consult country- and state-specific environmental, occupational health, and transportation laws for compliance.
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