Succinic Acid
Chemical Information
· Chemical Name: Succinic Acid (Butanedioic Acid)
· IUPAC Name: Ethane-1,2-dicarboxylic Acid
· Molecular Formula: C₄H₆O₄
· CAS Number: 110-15-6
Product Specifications
Parameter | Specifications |
Appearance | White crystals, free from impurities |
Odor | Characteristic acidic odor |
Morphology | Granules or powder |
Assay (%) | 99.5–100.5 |
Moisture (%) | ≤ 0.40 |
Iron (Fe) (%) | ≤ 0.001 |
Chloride (Cl) (%) | ≤ 0.002 |
Sulfate (SO₄²⁻) (%) | ≤ 0.01 |
Residue on Ignition (%) | ≤ 0.01 |
Melting Point (°C) | 185–188 |
Monoxide Content (%) | ≤ 0.4 |
Lead (Pb) (mg/kg) | ≤ 2.0 |
Arsenic (As) (mg/kg) | ≤ 1.0 |
Applications
1. Food Industry:
o Acidulant, flavor enhancer, and preservative (E363).
o Used in beverages, baked goods, and dairy products.
2. Pharmaceuticals:
o Excipient in drug formulations.
o Intermediate for synthesizing APIs.
3. Biodegradable Polymers:
o Key precursor for polybutylene succinate (PBS), used in eco-friendly packaging.
4. Chemical Industry:
o Raw material for dyes, resins, and solvents.
o Corrosion inhibitor in electroplating.
5. Agriculture:
o Plant growth stimulant and soil conditioner.
