
Tartaric Acid - L(+)-Tartaric Acid - 2,3-Dihydroxysuccinic acid - Threaric acid - Uvic acid - 1000g
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Description
L(+)-Tartaric Acid (2,3-Dihydroxysuccinic Acid, Threaric Acid, Uvic Acid)
CAS Number: 87-69-4
Sum Formula: C₄H₆O₆
Molar Mass: 150.09 g/mol
Appearance: Colorless or translucent crystalline powder with a distinctly acidic taste.
Chemical and Physical Properties:
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Melting Point: 170–172 °C
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Density: 1.76 g/cm³
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Solubility:
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Highly soluble in water: 139 g/100 mL at 20 °C
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Soluble in ethanol: 20.4 g/100 g at 18 °C
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Slightly soluble in diethyl ether: 0.3 g/100 g at 18 °C
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Acidity (pKa):
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pKa₁: 2.98 at 25 °C
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pKa₂: 4.34 at 25 °C
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Applications:
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Food and Beverage Industry: Used as an acidulant to provide tartness in products such as wines, beverages, jams, and confectioneries.
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Pharmaceutical Industry: Employed in the formulation of certain medications and as a chiral resolving agent.
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Chemical Industry: Utilized in the synthesis of tartaric acid derivatives and as a chelating agent.
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Cosmetics: Incorporated into formulations for its antioxidant properties.
SAFETY
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements:
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H318: Causes serious eye damage.
Precautionary Statements:
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P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
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P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
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P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
Storage: Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.
*Note: The information provided is based on general data. Always refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provided by the supplier for detailed and accurate information.*