| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire. | |
| [Ingestion] Induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | |
| [Handling] Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Ingestion] Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 22 24/25 | |
| [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 gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | |
| [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] 5 | |
| [Appearance] white crystals | |
| [Solubility in water] 5.7 g/L (20 C) | |
| [Melting Point] 250 | |
| [Density] 1.943 g/cm3 | |
| [Usage] Additive to baking powders. | |
| [Product Name] L(+)-Potassium hydrogen tartrate | |
| [Synonyms] Faccula Potassium 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate Potassium bitartrate | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_868-14-4.htm">868-14-4 | |
| [Formula] C4H5KO6 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 188.17 | |
| [EINECS] 212-769-1 | |
| [RTECS] WW8223000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Other | |
| [Merck] 12,7776 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 6119985 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-03-00-01219 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. | |
| [Disposal Code] 3 | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxiziders, strong bases. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | |
| [HS Code] 2918 13 00 |
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