L-(+)-Tartaric acid
Also known as: L-Tartaric acid, (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid, Dextrotartaric acid, (+)-Tartaric acid, (2R,3R)-(+)-Tartaric acid, 2,3-Dihydroxysuccinic acid, L(+)-Tartarate, UNII:4J4Z8788N8
L-(+)-Tartaric acid (CAS 87-69-4) 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 170-172 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 399.3±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.76 and a flash point of 210 ºC. 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.
- 87-69-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1990710-9
- 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 | 170-172 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 399.3±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.76 |
| Flash Point | 210 ºC |
| Exact Mass | 150.016434 |
| PSA | 115.06000 |
| LogP | -1.43 |
| Additional Property | 5.18 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.586 |
| Additional Property | 1390 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of L-(+)-Tartaric acid?
The CAS number of L-(+)-Tartaric acid is 87-69-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-(+)-Tartaric acid?
L-(+)-Tartaric acid has molecular formula C4H6O6 and molecular weight 150.087 g/mol.
Is L-(+)-Tartaric acid hazardous?
L-(+)-Tartaric acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
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