Material Safety Data Sheet
(-)-Dipivaloyl-L-tartaric Acid

Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: (-)-Dipivaloyl-L-tartaric Acid
Catalog Numbers: SC-06080

 

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS#65259-81-6
Chemical Name:(-)-Dipivaloyl-L-tartaric Acid
Percent 97%min
EINECS/ELINCS: Not available
Hazard Symbols: Not available
Risk Phrases: Not available

 

Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.

 

Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic: No information found.

 

Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes:In case of eye contact,Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
Skin: In case of skin contact,Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
Ingestion: If swallowed,Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
Inhalation: If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively

 

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. In case of fire use Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

 

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas.
Environmental precautions: Do not let product enter drains.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Reference to other sections: For disposal see section 13

 

Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Precautions for safe handling: Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.hygroscopic Store under inert gas.

 

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

 

Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible.
Skin: Wear safety chemical goggles if splashing is possible.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators: Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

 

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Crystalline powder.
Color: Off-white.
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 436.634°C at 760 mmHg.
Freezing/Melting Point: 127 - 132 °C.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: 153.791°C.

Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.24g/cm3.
Molecular Formula: C14H22O8.
Molecular Weight: 318.32.

 

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Not available.
Conditions to Avoid: Not available.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Other decomposition products - no data available
Hazardous Polymerization: has not been reported.

 

Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#: Not available.
CAS#65259-81-6
LD50/LC50: RTECS: Not available.
Carcinogenicity:IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
(-)-Dipivaloyl-L-tartaric Acid ,97%min- Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Other Studies: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
WGK Germany :3

 

Section 12 - Ecological Information
Additional ecological information:
General notes: no data available

 

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

 

Section 14 - Transport Information
14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: -   IMDG: -   IATA: -
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods
IMDG: Not dangerous goods
IATA: Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: -   IMDG: -   IATA: -
14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID: -   IMDG: -   IATA: -
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no   IMDG Marine Pollutant: no   IATA: no
14.6 Special precautions for user
no data available

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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
   Hazard Symbols:
         Risk Phrases:
            Not reported
         Safety Phrases:
            S22: Do not breathe dust
            S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes

 

Section 16 - Additional Information
While the information herein is believed to be reliable, it is furnished without warranty of any kind. It shall be used only as a guide. We assume no liabilities from the use of this product or information contained herein.