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Disodium tartrate(868-18-8)

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

Product Identification

Product Name
Disodium tartrate
Synonyms
Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy- (2R,3R)-, disodium salt
Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-, [R-(R*,R*)]-, disodium salt
Sal tartar
Sodium L-(+)-tartrate
Tartaric acid, disodium salt
CAS
868-18-8
Formula
C4H4Na2O6
Molecular Weight
194.05
EINECS
212-773-3
RTECS
WW8150000
Merck
12,8833
Beilstein/Gmelin
4166089
Beilstein Reference
6-03

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Odorless to slight tartaric odor. White crystals.
Solubility in water
290 g/L (6 C)
Melting Point
150
Density
1.82 g/cm3
Usage
Dihydrate as standard for standardizing karl fischer reagent (determination of water).

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Give several glasses of water to drink to dilute. If large amounts were swallowed, get medical advice.
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Skin
Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.
Eyes
Wash thoroughly with running water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against physical damage. Isolate from any source of heat or ignition.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
Large oral doses may cause gastrointestinal disturbances.
Inhalation
May cause mild irritation to the respiratory tract.
Skin
May cause mild irritation.
Eyes
May cause mild irritation.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing. Use chemical safety goggles. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
Respirators
For conditions of use where exposure to dust or mist is apparent and engineering controls are not feasible, a particulate respirator (NIOSH type N95 or better filters) may be worn. If oil particles (e.g. lubricants, cutting fluids, glycerine, etc.) are present, use a NIOSH type R or P filter. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-face positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Poison Class
5

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire. In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
Fire Potential
Slight fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame. Not considered to be an explosion hazard

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities
Oxidizing agents.
Stability
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Decomposition
May produce acrid smoke and irritating fumes when heated to decomposition.
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