Succinic acid
Also known as: 1,2-Ethanedicarboxylic acid, Butanedioic acid, 1,4-Butanedioic acid, AMBER ACID, Asuccin, Bernsteinsaure, Wormwood acid, spirit of amber
Succinic acid (CAS 110-15-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H6O4 and a molecular weight of 118.088 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 185 °C, a boiling point of 236.1±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 110.9±16.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 110-15-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-3067-1
- Molecular Formula
- C4H6O4
- Molecular Weight
- 118.088 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 185 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 236.1±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 110.9±16.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 118.026611 |
| PSA | 74.60000 |
| LogP | -0.59 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.478 |
| Additional Property | 80 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Zhang YJ, et al. Optimization of succinic acid fermentation with Actinobacillus succinogenes by response surface methodology (RSM). J Zhejiang Univ Sci B. 2012 Feb;13(2):103-10. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2917190090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2917190090 acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Succinic acid?
The CAS number of Succinic acid is 110-15-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Succinic acid?
Succinic acid has molecular formula C4H6O4 and molecular weight 118.088 g/mol.
Is Succinic acid hazardous?
Succinic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Succinic acid?
For Succinic acid, Upstream Products: Maleic acid, Fumaric acid, Furfural; Downstream Products: 3-Hydroxyaspartic Acid, Glycine, DL-Aspartic acid.
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