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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Sodium Bitartrate Monohydrate
Catalog Numbers:
S245-500
Synonyms:
Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy- (2R,3R)-, monosodium salt,
monohydrate; Sodium hydrogen tartrate monohydrate.
Company Identification:
Fisher Scientific
1 Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information, call: 201-796-7100
Emergency Number: 201-796-7100
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 6131-98-2 |
Sodium bitartrate monohydrate |
100 | unlisted |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: white crystalline powder.
Caution! May cause eye and skin irritation. May
cause respiratory tract irritation.
Target Organs: No data found.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
May cause kidney damage.
Animal studies with subcutaneous and intravenous exposures produced
interstitial nephritis and other kidney, bladder and ureter
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for a
t least 15 minutes. Get medical aid.
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation
develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by
medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Dusts may be combustible when exposed to heat,
flame, or oxidizing agents.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or
chemical foam.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 1; Instability: 0
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation.
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid breathing
dust.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible
substances.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| Sodium bitartrate monohydrate
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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| Sodium hydrogen tartrate, anhydrous
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
Sodium bitartrate monohydrate:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Sodium hydrogen tartrate, anhydrous:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize
contact with skin.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Crystalline powder
Appearance: white
Odor: none reported
pH: acidic in solution
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not applicable.
Viscosity: Not applicable.
Boiling Point: Not applicable.
Freezing/Melting Point:Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:218.9 deg C
Solubility: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:Not available.
Molecular Formula:C4H6O6.Na.H2O
Molecular Weight:190.09
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, dust generation.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 6131-98-2
unlisted.
CAS# 526-94-3:
WW8225000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
CAS# 526-94-3:
Oral, mouse:
LD50 = 4360 mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 6131-98-2:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 526-94-3:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No information available.
Teratogenicity:
No information available.
Reproductive Effects:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
No data available.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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No information available.
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
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Not regulated as a hazardous material |
No information available. |
| Hazard Class: |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 6131-98-2 is not on the TSCA Inventory because it is a hydrate.
It is considered to be listed if the CAS number for the anhydrous form
is on the inventory (40CFR720.3(u)(2)).
CAS# 526-94-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
Section 313
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 6131-98-2 is not present on
state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
CAS# 526-94-3 is not present on
state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
California Prop 65
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 6131-98-2: No information available.
CAS# 526-94-3: 1
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 526-94-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
This product has a WHMIS classification of Not controlled..
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
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Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 9/02/1997
Revision #4 Date: 11/08/2007
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
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