Material Safety Data Sheet

L-Tartaric acid 

 

 

 

 Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: L-Tartaric acid
Catalog Numbers: SC-8893

 

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS#87-69-4
Chemical Name:L-Tartaric acid
Percent 95%min
EINECS/ELINCS: 201-766-0
Hazard Symbols: Xi
Risk Phrases: 36/37/38

 

Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

Potential Health Effects
Eye: Causes eye burns.
Skin: May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin burns.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Causes burns.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material is extremely destructive to the tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Causes respiratory tract irritation.

 

Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes:In case of eye contact,Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
Skin: In case of skin contact,Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
Ingestion: If swallowed,Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
Inhalation: If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
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.

 

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.
Color: White.
Odor: Not available
pH: 1,0 - 2 at 150 g/l at 25 °C.
Vapor Pressure: 5,18 - (Air = 1.0)
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Water solubility:150 g/l at 20 °C - completely soluble.
Flash Point: 150 °C - closed cup
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.
Molecular Formula: C4H6O6.
Molecular Weight: 150.09.

 

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Not available.
Conditions to Avoid: Not available.
Incompatible materials: Bases, Oxidizing agents, Reducing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Other decomposition products - no data available
Hazardous Polymerization: has not been reported.

 

Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#: WW7875000
CAS#87-69-4
LD50/LC50: RTECS: WW7875000
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.
L-Tartaric acid ,95%-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
12.1 Toxicity
no data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability
no data available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
12.4 Mobility in soil
no data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
no data available
12.6 Other adverse effects
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

 

Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:  Xi
Risk Phrases:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
Safety Phrases:
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
S36: Wear suitable protective clothing
S37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing

 

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.