DL-Tartaric acid
Also known as: Racemic tartaric acid, 2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioic acid, DL-2,3-Dihydroxysuccinic acid, Paratartaric acid, Racemic acid, Uvic acid
DL-Tartaric acid (CAS 133-37-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H6O6 and a molecular weight of 150.087 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 200-206ºC, a boiling point of 399.3±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 209.4±24.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 133-37-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-10687-6
- Molecular Formula
- C4H6O6
- Molecular Weight
- 150.087 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 200-206ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 399.3±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 209.4±24.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 150.016434 |
| PSA | 115.06000 |
| LogP | -1.43 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.586 |
| Additional Property | H2O: 0.1 g/mL, clear | soluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Mathias Ibert, et al. Determination of the side-products formed during the nitroxide-mediated bleach oxidation of glucose to glucaric acid. Carbohydr Res. 2002 Jun 5;337(11):1059-63. [2]. Thirada Piyanan, et al. An Instrument-free Detection of Antioxidant Activity Using Paper-based Analytical Devices Coated with Nanoceria. Anal Sci. 2018;34(1):97-102. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918120000 |
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| Summary | HS:2918120000 (2s,3s)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinic acid VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:35.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of DL-Tartaric acid?
The CAS number of DL-Tartaric acid is 133-37-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of DL-Tartaric acid?
DL-Tartaric acid has molecular formula C4H6O6 and molecular weight 150.087 g/mol.
Is DL-Tartaric acid hazardous?
DL-Tartaric acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of DL-Tartaric acid?
For DL-Tartaric acid, Upstream Products: Glyoxylic acid, Fumaric acid, L-(+)-Tartaric acid; Downstream Products: 2-Oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid, Diisobutyl 2,3-dihydroxysuccinate, Bromosuccinic acid.
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