Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity
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Potassium sodium tartrate(304-59-6)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity

Product Identification

Product Name
Potassium sodium tartrate
Synonyms
Monopotassium monosodium tartrate
Potassium sodium (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate
Potassium sodium tartrate
Rochelle salt
Seignette salt
CAS
304-59-6
Formula
C4H4KNaO6
Molecular Weight
210.16
EINECS
206-156-8
Merck
12,7840
Beilstein/Gmelin
4630025

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Colorless crystals.
Solubility in water
Soluble
Melting Point
90-100
Density
1.79 g/cm3 (20 C)
Usage
Sequestrant & general purpose food additive.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.
Inhalation
If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.
Skin
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse.
Eyes
If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water while holding eyelids apart. If symptoms persist or there is any visual difficulty, seek medical attention.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep tightly closed in a cool place in a tightly closed container.
Handling
Containers of this material may be hazardous when emptied. Since emptied containers retain product residues (vapor, liquid, and/or solid), all hazard precautions given in the data sheet must be observed.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea are common. Ischemic colitis has been reported in patients at risk for atherosclerotic disease receiving cathartics for procedural bowel preparation.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.
Respirators
If overexposure has been determined or documented, a NIOSH/MSHA jointly approved air supplied respirator is advised in absence of proper environmental control. OSHA regulations also permit other NIOSH/MSHA respirators under specified conditions.
Poison Class
-

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Extinguish fire using water fog. No special precautions necessary when fighting fires involving this product.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Small Spill - Sweep up material for disposal or recovery. Large Spill - Collect and add slowly to large volume of water.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Stable.
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