D-(-)-Tartaric acid
Also known as: (-)-Tartaric acid, (2S,3S)-2,3-Dihydroxysuccinic acid, (2S,3S)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid, (S,S)-(-)-Tartaric acid, (S,S)-Tartaric acid, D-(−)-Tartaric acid, D-2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioic acid, D-Threaric acid, Unnatural tartaric acid
D-(-)-Tartaric acid (CAS 147-71-7) 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 166-170ºC, 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 Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 147-71-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-31781-7
- 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 | 166-170ºC |
|---|---|
| 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 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918120000 |
|---|---|
| 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 D-(-)-Tartaric acid?
The CAS number of D-(-)-Tartaric acid is 147-71-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of D-(-)-Tartaric acid?
D-(-)-Tartaric acid has molecular formula C4H6O6 and molecular weight 150.087 g/mol.
Is D-(-)-Tartaric acid hazardous?
D-(-)-Tartaric acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of D-(-)-Tartaric acid?
For D-(-)-Tartaric acid, Upstream Products: Potassium hydrogen D-tartrate, DL-Tartaric acid, D-Threose; Downstream Products: D-TarB-NO2, 2-(3-Nitrophenyl)-1,3,2-dioxaborolane-4S,5S-dicarboxylic acid, (-)-Dimethyl 2,3-O-isopropylidene-L-tartrate, L-Pipecolic acid.
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