Product Name: Sodium Tartrate, Potassium Tartrate, Potassium Sodium Tartrate
Chemical Formula: Na2C4H4O6, K2C4H4O6, KNaC4H4O6
Synonyms: Rochelle Salt, Disodium Tartrate, Dipotassium Tartrate, Potassium Sodium Tartrate Tetrahydrate
CAS Numbers: 6106-24-7 (Sodium Tartrate), 868-14-4 (Potassium Tartrate), 6381-59-5 (Potassium Sodium Tartrate)
Recommended Use: Used in food processing, pharmaceuticals, and chemical laboratories
Distributor Details: Major global suppliers and laboratory chemical providers
Classification: Not considered hazardous under normal conditions (GHS classification)
Main Hazards: May cause mild irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; ingestion of large amounts may result in gastrointestinal upset
Label Elements: No pictogram required for most tartrates; handle with basic safe chemical practices
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged contact with skin; prevent inhalation of dust; use clean, dry scoops
Potential Health Effects: Eye irritation, skin irritation, mild respiratory discomfort, diarrhea or abdominal pain if ingested in large quantity
Chemical Ingredients: Sodium Tartrate (Na2C4H4O6), Potassium Tartrate (K2C4H4O6), Potassium Sodium Tartrate (KNaC4H4O6 • 4H2O)
Impurities: Small amounts of moisture or trace heavy metals (meets food / pharma grade standards as applicable)
Concentration: Product sold as 98–100% pure powder or crystals
Eye Contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes; seek medical advice if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing; consult doctor if symptoms develop
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air; seek medical help if coughing or discomfort continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; give water to drink; do not induce vomiting; contact medical help if large quantity consumed or discomfort follows
Note to Physician: Symptomatic care; no specific antidote
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide
Hazards: Tartrates do not burn easily but thermal decomposition may release carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and oxides of sodium or potassium
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should use standard protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus
Precautions: Avoid breathing smoke or fumes; control runoff to prevent environmental contamination
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, goggles, and dust mask; ventilate area
Spill Cleanup Methods: Sweep or scoop up material; avoid raising dust; collect in clean, dry containers for reuse or disposal
Environmental Precautions: Prevent run-off into drains or waterways; report large spills to local authorities
Disposal Considerations: Place waste in suitable containers for disposal by licensed contractor
Safe Handling: Avoid dust generation; use appropriate personal protective equipment
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, ventilated area; keep away from acids, moisture, and heat sources
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, oxidizing agents; exposure to water can cause material to become sticky or clump
Good Practices: Use clean scoops; avoid eating or drinking in work area; label all containers clearly
Occupational Exposure Limits: No official OSHA/ACGIH limits established for tartrates
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if dusting or powder handling occurs
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask where adequate ventilation is not guaranteed
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or glasses
Skin Protection: Protective gloves and workplace clothing to reduce contact
Hygiene: Wash hands and face after handling; remove contaminated clothing before leaving work area
Appearance: White crystalline powder or transparent crystals
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: Slightly alkaline in solution (7–8)
Melting Point: Decomposes above 200°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: Not flammable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not considered combustible
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Solubility: Soluble in water, insoluble or very slightly soluble in alcohol
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Relative Density: About 1.8 to 1.9 g/cm3
Decomposition Temperature: Above 200°C, releasing smoke and irritating fumes
Stability: Material remains stable under recommended storage conditions
Hazardous Reactions: May react with strong oxidizers and acids, releasing gases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, oxides of sodium or potassium
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture, mixing with strong acids or oxidizing agents
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity by oral, dermal, and inhalation routes; estimated oral LD50 for rats > 2000 mg/kg
Chronic Effects: No evidence of significant risk with normal use; excessive long-term exposure to dust may cause respiratory discomfort
Health Hazards: Mild eye or skin irritation; ingestion may cause stomach upset, diarrhea; no significant mutagenic, carcinogenic, or reproductive toxicity risk shown in studies
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Sensitization: No known sensitizing effects
Aquatic Toxicity: Low risk to aquatic organisms in small discharge amounts; available data show minimal acute toxicity
Persistence and Degradability: Product degrades naturally in environment; does not bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Highly soluble, may leach through soil but not persistent
Bioaccumulative Potential: No tendency to bioaccumulate
Other Environmental Effects: Large spills may alter local water pH or nutrient balance
Small Quantities: Dilute and flush with copious water in accordance with local regulations
Large Quantities: Collect in containers and contact approved waste disposal service for landfill or incineration within regulatory guidelines
Container Disposal: Rinse thoroughly before recycling or disposal
UN Number: Not regulated
Shipping Name: Not classified as dangerous good
Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Transport Regulation: No special precautions; transport in sealed containers to avoid contamination and moisture
Labelling Requirements: Non-hazardous substance in most regions; labeling as per local chemical control laws
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous
TSCA Inventory: Listed
REACH Status: Registered and compliant for use within EU
Other Regulations: Food-grade forms regulated under food additives law (Codex Alimentarius, FDA GRAS list)
Worker Safety: Covered under general workplace safety and health regulations (OSHA, EU Directive 89/391/EEC)
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