| Formula / Notation | C4H6O4 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 110-15-6 |
| Molecular Weight | 118.09 |
| Melting Point | 363 to 365 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 455 °F at 760 mmHg (Decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.572 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | 5 to 10 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Succinic acid appears as white crystals or shiny white odorless crystalline powder. pH of 0.1 molar solution: 2.7. Very acid taste. (NTP, 1992) |
| Also Known As | butanedioic acid; 110-15-6; Amber acid; Asuccin; Wormwood acid; Dihydrofumaric acid; Katasuccin; Bernsteinsaure; 1,2-Ethanedicarboxylic acid; ethylenesuccinic acid |
| Category | Acids |
What is Succinic acid?
Succinic acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid resulting from the formal oxidation of each of the terminal methyl groups of butane to the corresponding carboxy group. It is an intermediate metabolite in the citric acid cycle. It has a role as a micronutrient, an anti-ulcer drug, a nutraceutical, a radiation protective agent and a fundamental metabolite. It is an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid and a C4-dicarboxylic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a succinate(1-).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: butanedioic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: butanedioic acid; 110-15-6; Amber acid; Asuccin; Wormwood acid; Dihydrofumaric acid; Katasuccin; Bernsteinsaure; 1,2-Ethanedicarboxylic acid; ethylenesuccinic acid
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 363 to 365 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 455 °F at 760 mmHg (Decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.572 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 118.09 |
| Solubility | 5 to 10 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Succinic acid appears as white crystals or shiny white odorless crystalline powder. pH of 0.1 molar solution: 2.7. Very acid taste. (NTP, 1992) |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Succinic acid is an alpha,-dicarboxylic acid resulting from the formal oxidation of each of the terminal methyl groups of butane to the corresponding carboxy group. It is an intermediate metabolite in the citric acid cycle. It has a role as a micronutrient, an anti-ulcer drug, a nutraceutical, a radiation protective agent and a fundamental metabolite. It is an alpha,omega-dicarboxylic acid and a C4-dicarboxylic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a succinate(1-).
Used in industrial chemical synthesis, fertilizer production, battery electrolytes, metal processing, and laboratory acid-base reactions.
Corrosive. Causes severe burns to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and lab coat. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Succinic acid is: C4H6O4