L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., A… 87-69-4

Name: L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-047275

About L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS

L-(+)-Tartaric acid (CAS 87-69-4) is an API process intermediate offered by Vaqora Chemicals in IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur. / ACS / AR grade. The compound has the formula C4H6O6, corresponding to a molecular weight of 150.09 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid. Alternative names: tartaric acid and (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinic acid.

The product is provided as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to the parent drug substance, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer L-(+)-Tartaric acid in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS
Catalogue No.	VQ-047275
CAS Number	87-69-4
IUPAC name	(2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid
Molecular formula	C₄H₆O₆
Molecular weight	150.09 g/mol
Exact mass	150.0164
Grade	IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur. / ACS / AR
HSN code	29181200
InChIKey	FEWJPZIEWOKRBE-JCYAYHJZSA-N
SMILES	[C@@H]([C@H](C(=O)O)O)(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	444305

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 6
TPSA	115 Å²
Synonyms	tartaric acid, (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinic acid, (+)-Tartaric acid, (R,R)-Tartaric acid, Threaric acid, Dextrotartaric acid, L-threaric acid, Natural tartaric acid, (+)-(R,R)-Tartaric acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + 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.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 87-69-4

Reference Standard

L-(+)-Tartaric acid

CAS: 87-69-4
Formula: C₄H₆O₆
MW: 150.09 g/mol

VQ-013469

ACS

L-(+)-Tartaric acid ACS reagent, ≥99.5%

CAS: 87-69-4
Formula: C₄H₆O₆
MW: 150.09 g/mol

VQ-008512

Food Grade

L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC)

CAS: 87-69-4
Formula: C₄H₆O₆
MW: 150.09 g/mol

VQ-046913

USP

L-(+)-Tartaric acid, USP 99.7%

CAS: 87-69-4
Formula: C₄H₆O₆
MW: 150.09 g/mol

VQ-047040

Extra Pure

Tartaric acid, 99%

CAS: 87-69-4
Formula: C₄H₆O₆
MW: 150.09 g/mol

VQ-008643

AR

Tartaric acid, GR 99%+

CAS: 87-69-4
Formula: C₄H₆O₆
MW: 150.09 g/mol

VQ-008644

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS?

The CAS Registry Number of L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS is 87-69-4. It is also known as tartaric acid, (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinic acid, (+)-Tartaric acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS?

L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS has the molecular formula C4H6O6 and a molecular weight of 150.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS can I order?

We supply L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS in IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur. / ACS / AR grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS?

Yes. Every lot of L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS 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 L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS be shipped internationally?

Yes. L-(+)-Tartaric acid, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS 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.