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Product Name: Sodium Bitartrate Monohydrate
Synonyms: Monosodium tartrate, sodium acid tartrate, tartaric acid monosodium salt monohydrate, E335(ii)
Chemical Formula: C4H5NaO6·H2O
CAS Number: 6018-41-3
Manufacturer/Supplier: Reach out to the chemical supplier on the invoice for direct manufacturer identification.
Use: Leavening agent in baking, analytical reagent, acidulant in food, and pH buffer
Contact Information: Emergency phone number typically comes from the supplier's emergency plan
Recommended Restrictions: Not intended for pharmaceutical or veterinary use unless specified
Classification: Not defined as hazardous under GHS; standard food additive regulations apply
Signal Word: None required under normal conditions
Hazard Statements: May cause eye irritation or mild respiratory discomfort if dust is raised
Pictograms: None mandated; general caution symbol advisable
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhaling dust, keep out of eyes, use with adequate ventilation
Potential Health Effects: Eyes: Dust can create irritation; Skin: Prolonged contact may dry skin; Inhalation: Dust may tickle the throat; Ingestion: Non-toxic in usual quantities but could upset stomach in large amounts
Environmental Hazards: No acute hazards reported; excessive release to water should be avoided as a best practice
Chemical Name: Sodium Bitartrate Monohydrate
Percentage: 99-100% by weight
Impurities/Additives: None significant; food-grade batches confirm minimal heavy metals
Other Components: Natural hydration water (about 13% by mass)
CAS Number: 6018-41-3
EC Number: 204-673-3
Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, get medical advice if persistent irritation occurs
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical advice if symptoms develop
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, drink plenty of fluids, seek advice if large amount is ingested or you feel unwell
Most Important Symptoms/Effects: Redness and irritation of eyes, mild skin drying, coughing if significant dust is inhaled
Notes for Doctor: Treat symptomatically; material is considered low toxicity
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry powder, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High-pressure water jets may spread dust
Specific Hazards: Material contains organic acid; decomposition above 200°C may give off carbon oxides and sodium oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear standard protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus
Fire/Explosion Hazards: Product does not burn easily, but large quantities of dust could contribute to dust explosions in rare cases
Advice for Firefighters: Move containers from fire area if safe to do so; avoid inhalation of decomposition products
Personal Precautions: Use dust masks and goggles, avoid contact with skin and eyes, ensure adequate ventilation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large spills from entering drains or watercourses
Containment and Cleanup: Sweep up or vacuum spilled material, place in impermeable containers, wash spill area with plenty of water
Methods for Disposal: Dispose according to local waste management rules, material is biodegradable in small concentrations
Reference to Other Sections: Use measures in accordance with sections on personal protection and handling
Handling: Handle using routine safe chemical hygiene practices, avoid generating dust, wash after use
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers, cool, dry, well-ventilated area, keep away from strong oxidizers or acids
Incompatibilities: Avoid exposure to high temperatures, incompatible with strong acids and bases that might trigger slow breakdown
Specific End Uses: Food production, laboratory reagent, manufacturing processes
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat or drink while using the material, wash hands thoroughly before breaks or meals
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific limits established
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust to control dust, keep airborne concentration below nuisance dust limits
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses or goggles, light chemical-resistant gloves, dust masks in case of insufficient ventilation
Respiratory Protection: Dust respirators recommended for bulk handling
Skin and Body Protection: Protective gloves; lab coats recommended for routine handling
Environmental Exposure Controls: Avoid unnecessary releases, use standard containment for powders
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless or faint acidic scent
pH: About 3.8 (1% aqueous solution)
Solubility: Freely soluble in water
Melting Point: Decomposes above 200°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: Not flammable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at normal temperatures
Relative Density: Around 1.74 (water = 1)
Partition Coefficient: Not relevant for an ionic solid
Viscosity: Not applicable
Explosive Properties: Not classified as explosive, but dust can be ignitable where conditions allow
Oxidizing Properties: Not oxidizing
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal handling and storage
Possible Reactions: Can react with strong acids or bases, or oxidizing agents
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive moisture, high heat, incompatible substances
Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon oxides, sodium oxides on strong heating
Polymerization: Will not occur
Incompatible Materials: Strong alkalis, strong acids, oxidizers such as peroxides
Acute Toxicity: Low oral toxicity, LD50 (rat, oral): >2,000 mg/kg; not skin toxic
Skin Irritation: May irritate in concentrated or prolonged contact
Eye Irritation: Dust may cause moderate irritation
Respiratory Effects: Dust may trigger coughing or throat irritation
Mutagenicity: No data indicating mutagenic properties
Reproductive Toxicity: No known risk at normal exposure levels
Chronic Effects: None recognized at normal use levels
Carcinogenicity: Not a recognized carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Aquatic Toxicity: No evidence of significant risk to aquatic species under normal circumstances
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable; breaks down through natural processes
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: High, can travel with moisture
Other Adverse Effects: None reported for small-scale or food additive usage; excess runoff could alter local water pH
Waste Treatment Methods: Collect unused product and contaminated packaging for disposal as general chemical waste
Disposal Regulations: Follow local, regional, or national environmental regulations
Disposal Containers: Only use approved containers for collection; never use systems intended for other chemicals
Recycling Potential: Product not typically recycled; dilute aqueous residue can be flushed with plenty of water where allowed
Special Considerations: Do not allow large amounts into sewers, surface water, or open soil
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous goods
Proper Shipping Name: Sodium Bitartrate Monohydrate
Transport Hazard Class: None required
Packing Group: Not assigned
Marine Pollutant: Not listed
Special Precautions: Protect from moisture and excessive heat during transport
Land Transport Notes: Suitable for standard packaging
Air Transport Notes: No restrictions
TSCA Status: Listed
REACH Status: Exempt as a food additive or registered according to volume
FDA Approval: Permitted as food additive (21 CFR 184.1091)
Food Codex: E335(ii) in Europe; acceptable for bakery, beverage, and other processed food uses
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Other Regulations: Check specific occupational safety agencies for local requirements; always refer to food safety guidance
Labeling Requirements: Follow workplace chemical labeling policies for non-food raw material use
