Tartaric acid
Synonyms: GlyTouCan:G35198MQ · DL-Tartaric acid · Racemic acid · Uvic acid
Tartaric acid (CAS 526-83-0) – carboxylic acid. C4H6O6, MW 150.09. Buy from Vaqora Chemicals with COA and worldwide shipping. Bulk and custom packs available.
About Tartaric acid
Tartaric acid is a carboxylic acid carrying the CAS registry number 526-83-0. The compound has the formula C4H6O6, corresponding to a molecular weight of 150.09 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid. It is also known as GlyTouCan:G35198MQ or DL-Tartaric acid.
Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.
Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.
Vaqora Chemicals supplies Tartaric acid in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.
Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | Tartaric acid |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-038873 |
| CAS Number | 526-83-0 |
| IUPAC name | 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid |
| Molecular formula | C4H6O6 |
| Molecular weight | 150.09 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 150.0164 |
| InChIKey | FEWJPZIEWOKRBE-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | C(C(C(=O)O)O)(C(=O)O)O |
| PubChem CID | 875 |
| Physical form | Other |
|---|---|
| LogP (XLogP3) | -1.9 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 4 / 6 |
| TPSA | 115 Ų |
| Synonyms | GlyTouCan:G35198MQ, DL-Tartaric acid, Racemic acid, Uvic acid, Racemic tartaric acid, DL-Tartrate, Paratartaric acid, Paratartaric aicd, Acidum tartaricum, Resolvable tartaric acid, dl-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid, Tartaric acid D,L |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements
H315Causes skin irritationH318Causes serious eye damageH319Causes serious eye irritationH335May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501
Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Tartaric acid?
The CAS Registry Number of Tartaric acid is 526-83-0. It is also known as GlyTouCan:G35198MQ, DL-Tartaric acid, Racemic acid.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Tartaric acid?
Tartaric acid has the molecular formula C4H6O6 and a molecular weight of 150.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid.
Which grade and pack sizes of Tartaric acid can I order?
We supply Tartaric acid, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with Tartaric acid?
Yes. Every lot of Tartaric acid is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.
Can Tartaric acid be shipped internationally?
Yes. Tartaric acid is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.
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