Molekula
Succinic acid
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Succinic acid is a dicarboxylic acid used in pharmaceuticals, food additives, and chemical synthesis. It appears as a white crystalline powder and is soluble in water. CAS: 110-15-6, Molecular formula: HOOCCH2CH2COOH, Molecular weight: 118.09 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger.
Molekula supplies Succinic acid at ≥ 99.5% purity in 1 kg and 5 kg packs, from £52.08 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 8 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
In stock — same-day dispatch
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
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1 kg — £43.40 per pack ex VAT · £52.08 inc. VAT
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5 kg — £147.90 per pack ex VAT · £177.48 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | colourless to white crystals |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 0.007% |
| Assay | ≥ 99.5% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤5ppm |
| Water (KF) | ≤ 0.5% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 0.02% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 100 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White minute monoclinic prisms |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 188 °C |
| Boiling Point | 235 °C |
| Water Solubility | 83.2 g/L at 25 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 1.91 × 10⁻⁷ mmHg at 25 °C (extrapolated) |
| Refractive Index | 1.450 |
| pKa | pKa = 4.21 (at 25 °C) |
| log P (octanol/water) | -0.59 |
Source: PubChem CID 1110 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 27450488 |
| CAS Number | 110-15-6 |
| IUPAC Name | butanedioic acid |
| EC Number | 203-740-4 |
| Molecular Formula | HOOCCH2CH2COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 118.09 |
| Exact Mass | 118.0266 |
| SMILES | C(CC(=O)O)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | KDYFGRWQOYBRFD-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H6O4/c5-3(6)1-2-4(7)8/h1-2H2,(H,5,6)(H,7,8) |
| PubChem CID | 1110 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29171940 |
| Tariff Code | 2917198090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- 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)
Available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Dutch.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- 1,2-Ethanedicarboxylic acid
- 1,4-Butanedioic acid
- Amber acid
- Asuccin
- Bernsteinsaure
- butanedioic acid
- Dihydrofumaric acid
- ethylenesuccinic acid
- Katasuccin
- Wormwood acid
Frequently asked questions
What is succinic acid used for?
Succinic acid is used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, polymers, and as a precursor in biochemical research.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of succinic acid?
The formula is HOOCCH2CH2COOH with a molecular weight of 118.09 g/mol.
How should succinic acid be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of succinic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies succinic acid with an assay of at least 99.5%, suitable for laboratory and industrial use.
Can Molekula supply succinic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply succinic acid in bulk quantities; please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with a succinic acid order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
Where can I buy Succinic acid?
Directly from Molekula, which lists Succinic acid in 1 kg and 5 kg packs from £52.08 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
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