Molekula
Succinic acid (Pharma Grade)
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Succinic acid (Pharma Grade) is a dicarboxylic acid widely used in pharmaceuticals, food preservation, and as a precursor in chemical synthesis. It appears as a white crystalline powder with a sour taste, soluble in water and alcohol. This pharmaceutical-grade succinic acid meets strict purity standards for applications requiring high reliability. CAS 110-15-6, molecular formula HOOCCH2CH2COOH, molecular weight 118.09 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions. Hazard classification: Danger (H318, causes serious eye damage). Molekula supplies Succinic Acid (Pharma Grade) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White Crystals/Crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 184 - 188℃ |
| Loss on Ignition | ≤0.01% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.005% |
| Assay | ≥99.0-100.5% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤0.002% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0,0010 % |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| 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 | 90035244 |
| 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 | Y113 |
| 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)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is succinic acid (Pharma Grade) commonly used for?
Succinic acid (Pharma Grade) is primarily used in pharmaceutical formulations, as a food acidulant, and in the production of biodegradable plastics and green chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of succinic acid?
The chemical formula is HOOCCH₂CH₂COOH, and the molecular weight is 118.09 g/mol.
What safety classification does succinic acid (Pharma Grade) have?
Succinic acid is labeled with the signal word 'Danger' because of hazard statement H318, which means it causes serious eye damage.
How should succinic acid (Pharma Grade) be stored?
Store succinic acid at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible substances like strong oxidizers.
Can Molekula supply succinic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply succinic acid (Pharma Grade) in bulk, with flexible packaging options to meet your production needs.
What documentation is provided with a succinic acid order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation to ensure compliance with pharmaceutical and regulatory standards.
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