Product Identification

Product Name

(+)-Diisopropyl L-tartrate

Synonyms

Dipropan-2-yl 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate
Tartaric acid, diisopropyl ester

CAS

2217-15-4

Formula

C10H18O6

Molecular Weight

234.25

EINECS

218-709-0

RTECS

WW8100000

RTECS Class

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide

Beilstein/Gmelin

1727863

Beilstein Reference

2-03-00-00331

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clear, colorless liquid.

Solubility in water

Soluble

Boiling Point

275

Density

1.1162 g/cm3 (14 C)

Refractive Index

1.4385 (18 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Skin

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Low hazard for usual industrial handling.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

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 protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Poison Class

-

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

110

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

1

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, acids, bases, reducing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

HS Code

2918 13 00