Identification | More | [Name]
TARTRONIC ACID | [CAS]
80-69-3 | [Synonyms]
HYDROXYMALONIC ACID TARTRONIC ACID 2-Hydroxypropanedioic acid Malonic acid, hydroxy- Propanedioic acid, hydroxy- Tartronicacid,98% C02287 Hydroxypropanedioic acid Hydroxymalonic acid, Hydroxypropanedioic acid HO2CCH(OH)CO2H | [EINECS(EC#)]
201-301-1 | [Molecular Formula]
C3H4O5 | [MDL Number]
MFCD00004237 | [Molecular Weight]
120.06 | [MOL File]
80-69-3.mol |
Safety Data | Back Directory | [Hazard Codes ]
Xi | [Risk Statements ]
R20/21/22:Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed . R36/37/38:Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin . | [Safety Statements ]
S22:Do not breathe dust . S26:In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice . S36/37/39:Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection . S36:Wear suitable protective clothing . | [WGK Germany ]
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Hazard Information | Back Directory | [Uses]
Tartronic acid is used as a reactant in the catalytic oxidation with air to form mesoxalic acid. | [Definition]
ChEBI: A dicarboxylic acid that is malonic acid substituted by a hydroxy group at position 2. |
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