Molekula
Succinic semialdehyde
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Succinic semialdehyde is a saturated aldehyde-carboxylic acid (oxo acid) intermediate with a four-carbon backbone, primarily used in biochemical research, metabolic pathway studies, and as a precursor in organic synthesis. It appears as a hygroscopic solid or liquid, soluble in water and polar solvents, and plays a role in studying gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) metabolism. This chemical has a CAS number of 692-29-5, molecular formula CH(O)CH2CH2COOH, and a molecular weight of 102.09. It requires storage between 2–8°C, carries a warning signal word for safety, and is subject to standard handling precautions for reactive intermediates. Molekula supplies succinic semialdehyde from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
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Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90035173 |
| CAS Number | 692-29-5 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-oxobutanoic acid |
| Molecular Formula | CH(O)CH2CH2COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 102.09 |
| Exact Mass | 102.0317 |
| SMILES | C(CC(=O)O)C=O |
| InChIKey | UIUJIQZEACWQSV-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H6O3/c5-3-1-2-4(6)7/h3H,1-2H2,(H,6,7) |
| PubChem CID | 1112 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2918309000 |
| Tariff Code | 2918300090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 3-Formylpropanoic acid
- 3-Formylpropionic acid
- 4-Oxobutanoic acid
- beta-Formylpropionic acid
- Butanoic acid, 4-oxo-
- Butryaldehydic acid
- gamma-Oxybutyric acid
- Succinaldehydic acid
- succinate semialdehyde
- Succinic acid semialdehyde
Frequently asked questions
What is succinic semialdehyde commonly used for?
Succinic semialdehyde is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, including the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and flavor and fragrance compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of succinic semialdehyde?
The chemical formula is CH(O)CH₂CH₂COOH and the molecular weight is 102.09 g/mol.
How should succinic semialdehyde be stored?
Store succinic semialdehyde at 2 to 8°C in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances.
What grades or purity levels of succinic semialdehyde does Molekula offer?
Molekula supplies succinic semialdehyde in analytical and synthetic-grade purity, typically ≥98%.
Can Molekula supply succinic semialdehyde in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide succinic semialdehyde in bulk, with quantities tailored to your research or production needs.
What documentation comes with an order of succinic semialdehyde?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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