Chemical & Physical Information
Common Names | L(+)-Tartaric Acid | 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid | Racemic Acid |
Structure |  |
CAS No. | 87-69-4 | Boiling Point (℃) | 399.3±42.0 °C |
Molecular Weight | 150.087 | Melting Point (℃) | 170-172 °C |
Appearance | White powder | Vapor Specific Gravity | 1.76 g/cm3 |
HS Code | 2918120000 | Flash Point (℃) | 210 ºC |
Solubility | Soluble in water, methanol, propyl alcohol, glycerol and ethanol, insoluble in chloroform | Autoignition Temperature (℃) | |
Safety Information
| SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Redness. Burning sensation. Itching. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention . |
Synthetic Route