General Description
ANTIMONY POTASSIUM TARTRATE(28300-74-5) solid is a colorless crystalline solid or a white powder. ANTIMONY POTASSIUM TARTRATE(28300-74-5) is soluble in water. ANTIMONY POTASSIUM TARTRATE(28300-74-5) is used in textile and leather processing and as an insecticide.
Reactivity Profile
ANTIMONY POTASSIUM TARTRATE reacts with tannic acid, alkalis and their carbonates, lead salts, astringent infusions (cinchona, rhubarb, etc.), acacia, antipyrene and mercury bichloride. ANTIMONY POTASSIUM TARTRATE also reacts with acids, salts of heavy metals, albumins, soap and tannins. ANTIMONY POTASSIUM TARTRATE can react with strong oxidizing agents. .
Air & Water Reactions
This chemical effloresces on exposure to air. Water soluble.
Health Hazard
Inhalation causes inflammation of membranes of nose and throat, upper respiratory irritation, headache, dizziness. Ingestion causes gastrointestinal upset, strong irritation, vomiting. Contact with eyes or skin causes irritation. Further symptoms of exposure include nervous complaints (i.e., irritability, dizziness, muscular and neurological pain).
Potential Exposure
It is used in medicine; textile and
leather dyeing; as an insecticide.
Fire Hazard
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes. Containers may explode when heated. Runoff may pollute waterways.
First aid
If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any
contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least
15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek
medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts the
skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately
with soap and water. Seek medical attention immediately.
If this chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure,
begin rescue breathing (using universal precautions, including
resuscitation mask) if breathing has stopped and CPR if
heart action has stopped. Transfer promptly to a medical
facility. When this chemical has been swallowed, get medical
attention. Give large quantities of water and induce
vomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit.
Medical observation is recommended for 24 to 48 hours
after breathing overexposure, as pulmonary edema may be
delayed. As first aid for pulmonary edema, a doctor or
authorized paramedic may consider administering a drug or
other inhalation therapy.
Shipping
UN1549 Antimony potassium tartrate, Hazard
Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials.
Incompatibilities
Solution will react with alkaline
materials.
Description
Antimony potassium tartrate is an odorless,colorless, crystalline material, or white powder with asweetish, metallic taste. Molecular weight= 635.88;Specific gravity (H2O:1)= 2.6. Hazard Identification(based on NFPA-704 M Rating System): Health 2,Flammability 0, Reactivity 0. Soluble in water; solution isslightly acidic.
Chemical Properties
Antimony potassium tartrate is an odorless,
colorless, crystalline material or white powder with a
sweetish, metallic taste.
Chemical Properties
colourless crystals
Waste Disposal
Consult with environmental
regulatory agencies for guidance on acceptable disposal
practices. Generators of waste containing this contaminant
(≥100 kg/mo) must conform with EPA regulations governing
storage, transportation, treatment, and waste disposal.
Uses
As mordant in the textile and leather industry.
storage
Color Code—Blue: Health Hazard/Poison: Store ina secure poison location. Prior to working with this chemicalyou should be trained on its proper handling and storage.Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, well-ventilatedarea away from heat.
Purification Methods
Crystallise it from water (3mL/g) between 100o and 0o. Dry it at 100o. [Chinoporos & Papathanosopolos J Phys Chem 65 1643 1961, Beilstein 3 III 1014, 3 IV 1227.]
