SUCCINIC ACID

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Product Short Description: Succinic acid used in the production of various solvents, polymers, fine chemicals, and products in the food and Agriculture.
Product Description:

Succinic acid, also known as Butanedioic acid, has CAS No 110-15-6, chemical formula HOOCCH₂CH₂COOH, and a molar mass of 118.09 g/mol. Succinic acid is defined as a platform chemical used in the production of various solvents, polymers, fine chemicals, and products in the food and Agriculture.

Product Application:
Applications
 
Food & Beverages : Used as an acidity regulator, flavoring agent, and buffer (E363).
 
Pharmaceuticals : Intermediate in drug formulations. Used in production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
 
Industrial Chemicals : Precursor for 1,4-butanediol, tetrahydrofuran (THF), and polyester resins.
 
Used in alkyd resins and dyes.
 
Agriculture : Plant growth regulator. Also Ingredient in certain herbicides and pesticides.
 
Cosmetics & Personal Care : pH regulator, skin conditioning agent.
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Product Technical Specification:
Succinic Acid
 
IUPAC Name: Butanedioic Acid
 
Chemical Formula: C₄H₆O₄
 
Molecular Weight: 118.09 g/mol
 
CAS Number: 110-15-6
 
Appearance: White crystalline solid, odorless, sour taste.

Properties
 
Melting Point: ~185 °C (decomposes)
 
Solubility: Soluble in water, ethanol, acetone.
 
pKa values: 4.2 and 5.6 (dibasic acid).
 
Stability: Stable under normal temperature & pressure.
Remarks:
Hazards & Safety
 
Mildly irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
 
Handle with gloves, safety glasses, and protective clothing.
 
Store in a cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.
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