Tartaric Acid

Safety Data Sheet

according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
Date of issue: 02/10/2015 Revision date: 05/15/2018 Supersedes: 05/15/2018 Version: 1.1

SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Identification
Product form : Substance
Substance name : Tartaric Acid
Chemical name : 2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioic acid
CAS-No. : 87-69-4
Product code : LC25940
Formula : HOOC(CHOH)2COOH
Other means of identification : L-tartaric acid
1.2. Recommended use and restrictions on use
Use of the substance/mixture : For laboratory and manufacturing use only.
Recommended use : Laboratory chemicals
Restrictions on use : Not for food, drug or household use
1.3. Supplier
LabChem Inc
Jackson's Pointe Commerce Park Building 1000, 1010 Jackson's Pointe Court
Zelienople, PA 16063 - USA
T 412-826-5230 - F 724-473-0647
info@labchem.com - www.labchem.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency number : CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 or +1-703-741-5970

SECTION 2: Hazard(s) identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS-US classification
Serious eye damage/eye H318 Causes serious eye damage
irritation Category 1
Hazardous to the aquatic H402 Harmful to aquatic life
environment - Acute
Hazard Category 3
Full text of H statements : see section 16

2.2. GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

GHS-US labeling
Hazard pictograms (GHS-US) :

GHS05
Signal word (GHS-US) : Danger
Hazard statements (GHS-US) : H318 - Causes serious eye damage
H402 - Harmful to aquatic life
Precautionary statements (GHS-US) : P273 - Avoid release to the environment.
P280 - Wear eye protection.
P305+P351+P338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 - Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician.
P501 - Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations
2.3. Other hazards which do not result in classification
Other hazards not contributing to the : None under normal conditions.
classification
2.4. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US)
Not applicable

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SECTION 3: Composition/Information on ingredients

3.1. Substances
Substance type : Mono-constituent
Name Product identifier % GHS-US classification
Tartaric Acid (CAS-No.) 87-69-4 100 Eye Dam. 1, H318
(Main constituent) Aquatic Acute 3, H402
Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16
3.2. Mixtures
Not applicable
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures general : Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical
advice (show the label where possible).
First-aid measures after inhalation : Allow victim to breathe fresh air. Allow the victim to rest.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Remove affected clothing and wash all exposed skin area with mild soap and water, followed
by warm water rinse.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to
do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain emergency medical attention.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects (acute and delayed)
Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Causes serious eye damage.
4.3. Immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary
Obtain medical assistance.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1. Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray. Sand.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2. Specific hazards arising from the chemical
No additional information available
5.3. Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters
Firefighting instructions : Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. Exercise caution when fighting any
chemical fire. Prevent fire-fighting water from entering environment.
Protection during firefighting : Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Protective equipment : Safety glasses.
Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.

6.1.2. For emergency responders

Protective equipment : Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
Emergency procedures : Ventilate area.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Notify authorities if liquid enters sewers or public waters. Avoid release to the environment.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers. Minimize generation of dust. Store away
from other materials.
6.4. Reference to other sections
See Heading 8. Exposure controls and personal protection.

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SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling : Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or
smoking and when leaving work. Provide good ventilation in process area to prevent formation
of vapor.
Hygiene measures : Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions : Keep container closed when not in use.
Incompatible products : Strong bases. Strong oxidizers.
Incompatible materials : Sources of ignition. Direct sunlight.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
No additional information available

8.2. Appropriate engineering controls

Appropriate engineering controls : Emergency eye wash fountains should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential
exposure.

8.3. Individual protection measures/Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment:
Gloves. Safety glasses.

Hand protection:
Wear protective gloves.

Eye protection:
Chemical goggles or safety glasses

Respiratory protection:
Respiratory protection not required in normal
conditions

Other information:
Do not eat, drink or smoke during use.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Solid
Color : White
Odor : None.
Odor threshold : No data available
pH : No data available
pH solution : 150 (1 - 2) g/l
Melting point : 168 - 172 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : No data available
Flash point : 150 °C
Relative evaporation rate (butyl acetate=1) : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : Non flammable.
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Vapor pressure : No data available

Relative vapor density at 20 °C : 5.18 Air = 1
Relative density : 1.76 Water = 1
Molecular mass : 150.09 g/mol
Solubility : Soluble in water. Soluble in methanol. Soluble in ether. Soluble in ethanol. Soluble in glycerol.
Water: 139 g/100ml
Log Pow : -1.909
Auto-ignition temperature : 425 °C
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosion limits : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidizing properties : No data available
9.2. Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
No additional information available
10.2. Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Not established.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Extremely high or low temperatures.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizers. Strong bases.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Likely routes of exposure : Inhalation; Skin and eye contact; Ingestion

Acute toxicity : Not classified
Tartaric Acid (87-69-4)
LD50 oral rat > 2000 mg/kg
LD50 dermal rat > 2000 mg/kg
Additional information Lowest Published Lethal DoseLDLo, oral, rat: 7500 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified
Serious eye damage/irritation : Causes serious eye damage.
Respiratory or skin sensitization : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity – repeated : Not classified
exposure
Aspiration hazard : Not classified

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Potential Adverse human health effects and : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
symptoms
Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Causes serious eye damage.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Ecology - water : Harmful to aquatic life.
Tartaric Acid (87-69-4)
EC50 Daphnia 1 93.31 mg/l 48 hr.
EC50 other aquatic organisms 1 51.4 mg/l 72 hr.

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Tartaric Acid (87-69-4)
Persistence and degradability Readily biodegradable in water.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Tartaric Acid (87-69-4)
Log Pow -1.909
Bioaccumulative potential Low potential for bioaccumulation (Log Kow < 4).

12.4. Mobility in soil

No additional information available

12.5. Other adverse effects

Other information : Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Disposal methods
Waste disposal recommendations : Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations. Dispose of
contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
Ecology - waste materials : Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 14: Transport information

Department of Transportation (DOT)
In accordance with DOT
Not regulated

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. US Federal regulations
Tartaric Acid (87-69-4)
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes Immediate (acute) health hazard
All components of this product are listed, or excluded from listing, on the United States Environmental Protection Agency Toxic
Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory

15.2. International regulations

CANADA
Tartaric Acid (87-69-4)
Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)

EU-Regulations
No additional information available

National regulations

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Tartaric Acid (87-69-4)

Not listed on the Canadian IDL (Ingredient Disclosure List)

15.3. US State regulations

California Proposition 65 - This product does not contain any substances known to the state of California to cause cancer,
developmental and/or reproductive harm

SECTION 16: Other information

Revision date : 05/15/2018
Other information : None.
Full text of H-phrases: see section 16:
--- H318 Causes serious eye damage
---
--- H402 Harmful to aquatic life
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NFPA health hazard : 2 - Materials that, under emergency conditions, can cause
temporary incapacitation or residual injury.
NFPA fire hazard : 0 - Materials that will not burn under typical fire conditions,
including intrinsically noncombustible materials such as
concrete, stone, and sand.
NFPA reactivity : 0 - Material that in themselves are normally stable, even
under fire conditions.

Hazard Rating
Health : 2 Moderate Hazard - Temporary or minor injury may occur
Flammability : 0 Minimal Hazard - Materials that will not burn
Physical : 0 Minimal Hazard - Materials that are normally stable, even under fire conditions, and will NOT
react with water, polymerize, decompose, condense, or self-react. Non-Explosives.
Personal protection : A
A - Safety glasses

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