🛡️ Hazard Overview
- GHS Class: GHS05; GHS07
- Signal Word: Danger
- Hazard Statements: H302; H315; H317; H318; H319; H335
🧤 PPE Guidelines
- Gloves: Chemical‑resistant gloves suggested
- Eye Protection: Safety goggles suggested
- Respirator: Dust respirator if dust occurs
❄️ Storage
- Storage Temp: -20°C (-4°F) Keep dry
🚑 Emergency First Aid
- For inhalation, skin, eye or ingestion exposure, please refer to full SDS Section 4.
Product identifier
- Product Name: L-Tartaric acid
- Catalog Number: S6233
- CAS Number: 87-69-4
- IUPAC Name: Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy- (2R,3R)-
Relevant identified uses and uses advised against
- Identified uses: For research and development use only; laboratory chemicals; manufacture of substances.
- Uses advised against: Not for pharmaceutical, household, or other unapproved uses.
Details of the supplier
- Company: Selleck Chemicals
- TollFree: +1 877 796-6397
- Tel: +1 832 582-8158
- Fax: +1 832 582-8590
Emergency telephone number
- Emergency phone #: +1 832 582-8158
2.1 GHS classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS):
Acute toxicity (oral): Category 4. H302
Skin irritation: Category 2. H315
Skin sensitization: Category 1. H317
Serious eye damage: Category 1. H318
Serious eye irritation: Category 2. H319
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure): Category 3. H335
2.2 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Hazard Pictogram(s):
Signal Word:
Danger
Hazard statement(s):
H302: Harmful if swallowed
H315: Causes skin irritation
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318: Causes serious eye damage
H319: Causes serious eye irritation
H335: May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statement(s):
Prevention:
P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P264+P265: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection.
Response:
P301+P317: IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help.
P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water.
P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
P305+P354: IF IN EYES: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes.
P317: Get emergency medical help.
P319: Get medical help if you feel unwell.
P321: Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)).
P330: Rinse mouth.
P332+P317: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
P333+P317: If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help.
P337+P317: If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
P338: Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P362+P364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
Storage:
P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405: Store locked up.
Disposal:
P501: P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Other hazards
None.
3.1 Substances
Product name: L-Tartaric acid
CAS Number: 87-69-4
PubChem CID: 444305
Molecular formula: C4H6O6
Molecular weight: 150.09 g/mol
IUPAC name: (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid
3.2 Mixtures
Not applicable (pure substance).
4.1 Description of first aid measures
Inhalation: Fresh air, rest. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.
Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eye contact: Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
See Section 11 (Toxicological Information).
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treat symptomatically. Contact a poison control center or physician for severe exposure.
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide (CO2), alcohol-resistant foam.
Unsuitable: None known.
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective clothing.
Fight fire from upwind. Cool containers with water spray until fire is extinguished.
Flash point: 210 °C c.c.
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8).
Avoid breathing dust/vapor. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Keep people away from and upwind of spill.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Prevent product from entering drains, waterways, or soil.
Contain spill with inert absorbent material.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Store and dispose of according to local regulations.
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Store only in original packaging.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store only in original packaging.
Store away from incompatible materials (see Section 10).
[Note: Specific storage temperature not available in public databases. Refer to supplier Certificate of Analysis (COA) for exact storage conditions.]
8.1 Exposure controls
8.1.1 Occupational exposure limits (OEL)
2 mg/m
8.1.2 Appropriate engineering controls
Use only in a chemical fume hood or with local exhaust ventilation.
Ensure adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below exposure limits.
8.2 Individual protection measures
8.2.1 Eye/face protection
Wear chemical safety goggles and face shield.
8.2.2 Skin protection
Wear protective gloves. Recommended material: Nitrile rubber.
Wear suitable protective clothing (lab coat).
8.2.3 Respiratory protection
Use NIOSH-approved dust/mist respirator (N95 or higher) if ventilation is inadequate.
8.2.4 Thermal hazards
Not applicable.
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance: Dry Powder
b) Odor: No data available
c) Odor threshold: No data available
d) pH: No data available
e) Melting point/freezing point: Between 168 °C and 170 °C
f) Initial boiling point and boiling range: No data available
g) Flash point: 210 °C c.c.
h) Evaporation rate: No data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas): No data available
j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: No data available
k) Vapor pressure: 0.00000015 [mmHg]
l) Vapor density: No data available
m) Relative density: Relative density (water = 1): 1.79
n) Water solubility: 582 mg/mL at 20 °C
o) Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: Log P (n-octanol/water): -1.9
p) Auto-ignition temperature: 425 °C
q) Decomposition temperature: No data available
r) Viscosity: No data available
s) Explosive properties: No data available
t) Oxidizing properties: No data available
9.2 Other information
Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA): 115 Ų
Complexity: 134
10.1 Reactivity
No specific reactivity hazards identified under normal handling conditions.
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No hazardous reactions under normal conditions.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Avoid heat, sparks, open flames, direct sunlight, and moisture.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Thermal decomposition may produce: Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO₂).
See also Section 5 (Fire-fighting measures) for combustion products.
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity:
No acute toxicity data available.
Skin corrosion/irritation:
Causes skin irritation (H315).
Serious eye damage/eye irritation:
Causes serious eye damage (H318).
Respiratory or skin sensitization:
May cause an allergic skin reaction (H317).
Germ cell mutagenicity:
No data available.
Carcinogenicity:
No data available.
Reproductive toxicity:
No data available.
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure):
No data available.
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure):
No data available.
Aspiration hazard:
No data available.
11.2 Additional information
Carcinogen classification:
No indication of carcinogenicity to humans (not listed by IARC).
Exposure routes:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.
Signs and symptoms of exposure:
Cough. Sore throat. Burning sensation.
Redness.
Redness. Pain. Severe burns.
Cough. Sore throat. Burning sensation. Nausea. Vomiting.
Data source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB) via PubChem.
12.1 Toxicity
No ecotoxicity data available.
12.2 Persistence and degradability
No data available.
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Log P (n-octanol/water): -1.9
Low potential for bioaccumulation (Log P < 3).
12.4 Mobility in soil
No data available.
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available.
12.6 Other adverse effects
No other adverse ecological effects identified.
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Waste Treatment Methods: Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with national and local regulations. Leave chemicals in original containers and do not mix with other waste. Handle uncleaned containers in the same manner as the product itself.
14.1 UN number
Not regulated as dangerous goods (research quantities typically exempt).
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Not subject to transport regulations (small quantities for research use).
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Not classified as dangerous goods for transport (research quantities).
14.4 Packing group
Not applicable (not regulated as dangerous goods in typical research quantities).
14.5 Environmental hazards
Marine pollutant: No (not classified as environmentally hazardous per GHS).
14.6 Special precautions for user
Transport in original packaging. Ensure containers are tightly sealed.
For bulk or commercial quantities, consult applicable transport regulations (DOT, IATA, IMDG).
14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable.
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
US EPA / TSCA: Subject to EPA TSCA regulations
EU ECHA / REACH: Registered (REACH Active)
SARA 302 Components:
No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.
SARA 313 Components:
This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313.
SARA 311/312 Hazards:
Acute (short-term) health hazard
Massachusetts Right To Know Components:
This material contains components subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act. See Section 2 for hazard classification.
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components:
This material contains components subject to the Pennsylvania Right to Know Act. See Section 2 for hazard classification.
New Jersey Right To Know Components:
This material contains components subject to the New Jersey Right to Know Act. See Section 2 for hazard classification.
California Prop. 65 Components:
This product does not contain any chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.
Other regulatory listings:
- The Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals: Chemical: Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy- (2R,3R)-
- The Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals: Chemical: Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy-, (R*,R*)-(.+-.)-
- EFSA Legal Basis: Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (amended)
15.2 Chemical safety assessment
A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out for this substance.
For research-use-only compounds, no CSA is required under REACH Annex I.
Revision Date: 2026/09/09
Further Information: The information provided is believed to be correct but is not exhaustive and should be used only as a guideline based on current knowledge. It does not represent a guarantee of the properties of the product. Selleck Chemicals Corporation and its Affiliates shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or contact with the product.