Molekula
Phenylsuccinic acid
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Phenylsuccinic acid is a carboxylic acid used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It serves as an intermediate in the production of chiral compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients. Available with CAS number 635-51-8, molecular formula HO2CCH2CH(C6H5)CO2H, and molecular weight 194.18 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Phenylsuccinic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £45.10 per pack ex VAT · £54.12 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or off-white powder |
| Melting Point | 166 - 169°C |
| Water | ≤ 0.5% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥ 99.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 21959847 |
| CAS Number | 635-51-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-phenylbutanedioic acid |
| EC Number | 211-238-1 |
| Molecular Formula | HO2CCH2CH(C6H5)CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 194.18 |
| Exact Mass | 194.0579 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(CC(=O)O)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | LVFFZQQWIZURIO-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H10O4/c11-9(12)6-8(10(13)14)7-4-2-1-3-5-7/h1-5,8H,6H2,(H,11,12)(H,13,14) |
| PubChem CID | 95459 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2917.39.7000 |
| Tariff Code | 2917398590 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (S)-2-Phenylsuccinicacid
- 2-phenylbutanedioic acid
- 2-Phenylsuccinate
- 2-Phenylsuccinic acid
- alpha-Phenylsuccinic acid
- Butanedioic acid, 2-phenyl-
- Butanedioic acid, phenyl-
- dl-Phenylsuccinic acid
- Phenylsuccinate
- Succinic acid, phenyl-
Frequently asked questions
What is phenylsuccinic acid used for?
Phenylsuccinic acid is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and chiral compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of phenylsuccinic acid?
The formula is HO2CCH2CH(C6H5)CO2H and the molecular weight is 194.18 g/mol.
How should phenylsuccinic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of phenylsuccinic acid is available?
We offer phenylsuccinic acid in technical grade; custom grades are available upon request.
Can Molekula supply phenylsuccinic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply phenylsuccinic acid in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of phenylsuccinic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.
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