Tartaric acid, GR 99%+

Name: Tartaric acid, GR 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008644

About Tartaric acid, GR 99%+

Tartaric acid (CAS 87-69-4) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals (AR grade), specified at ≥99% purity. Formula C4H6O6, molecular weight 150.09 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid. Alternative names: (2R,3R)-(+)-Tartaric acid and L-Threaric acid.

It is supplied as white powder, crystals or chunks. Key physical data: a density of 1.760 g/ml. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for coordination chemistry and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Tartaric acid in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Coordination chemistry
Organic synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Tartaric acid, GR 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-008644
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	AR
Purity / assay	≥99%
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	Crystalline
Appearance	White powder, crystals or chunks
Density	1.760 g/ml
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 6
TPSA	115 Å²
Synonyms	(2R,3R)-(+)-Tartaric acid, L-Threaric acid, L(+) Tartaric acid, L-tartaric acid, L-(+)-Tartaric acid, L(+)-Tartaric acid, (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinic acid, (+)-Tartaric acid, (+)-L-Tartaric acid, (R,R)-Tartaric acid, Threaric acid, Dextrotartaric 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

IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur.…

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

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

VQ-047275

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Tartaric acid, GR 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Tartaric acid, GR 99%+ is 87-69-4. It is also known as (2R,3R)-(+)-Tartaric acid, L-Threaric acid, L(+) Tartaric acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Tartaric acid, GR 99%+?

Tartaric acid, GR 99%+ 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 Tartaric acid, GR 99%+ can I order?

We supply Tartaric acid, GR 99%+ in AR (≥99%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Tartaric acid, GR 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Tartaric acid, GR 99%+ 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, GR 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Tartaric acid, GR 99%+ 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.