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DL-Tartaric acid, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog number: A10683.0B
1000 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals
DL-Tartaric acid, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog number: A10683.0B
1000 g, Each
Quantity
Catalog number: A10683.0B
Price (EUR)
135,00 Online price
150,00
Each
Quantity
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Chemical Identifiers
CAS
133-37-9
IUPAC Name
2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid
Molecular Formula
C4H6O6
InChI Key
FEWJPZIEWOKRBE-UHFFFAOYNA-N
SMILES
OC(C(O)C(O)=O)C(O)=O
Specifications
Specification SheetForm
Crystals or powder or crystalline powder
Assay (Aqueous acid-base Titration)
≥98.5 to ≤101.5%
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms
Appearance (Color)
White
Assay (Silylated GC)
≥98.5%
Description
DL-Tartaric acid is used as a synergist for antioxidants, emulsifier, sequestrant and flavoring agent. It is also added with citric acid to prepare effervescent salts, thereby enhancing the taste of oral medications. It is also utilized in pigments, processing aids, ink, toner and colorant products. It acts as a chelating agent in metal and farming industries. Further, it is used as lubricant and grease. It is mixed with sodium bicarbonate and used as a leavening agent in food preparation. In the pharmaceutical industry, it is utilized in the preparation of tartar emetic, which is used in cough syrup as an expectorant.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Applications
DL-Tartaric acid is used as a synergist for antioxidants, emulsifier, sequestrant and flavoring agent. It is also added with citric acid to prepare effervescent salts, thereby enhancing the taste of oral medications. It is also utilized in pigments, processing aids, ink, toner and colorant products. It acts as a chelating agent in metal and farming industries. Further, it is used as lubricant and grease. It is mixed with sodium bicarbonate and used as a leavening agent in food preparation. In the pharmaceutical industry, it is utilized in the preparation of tartar emetic, which is used in cough syrup as an expectorant.
Solubility
Soluble in water, alcohol, mineral acids and alkalies.
Notes
Incompatible with bases, oxidizing agents and reducing agents.
DL-Tartaric acid is used as a synergist for antioxidants, emulsifier, sequestrant and flavoring agent. It is also added with citric acid to prepare effervescent salts, thereby enhancing the taste of oral medications. It is also utilized in pigments, processing aids, ink, toner and colorant products. It acts as a chelating agent in metal and farming industries. Further, it is used as lubricant and grease. It is mixed with sodium bicarbonate and used as a leavening agent in food preparation. In the pharmaceutical industry, it is utilized in the preparation of tartar emetic, which is used in cough syrup as an expectorant.
Solubility
Soluble in water, alcohol, mineral acids and alkalies.
Notes
Incompatible with bases, oxidizing agents and reducing agents.
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Safety and Handling
Classification of the substance or mixture
CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
Skin Corrosion/Irritation
Category 2
Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
Category 2
Specific target organ toxicity - (single exposure)
Category 3
Label Elements
Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H315 - Causes skin irritation
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
H335 - May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell
P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention