Succinic anhydride
Also known as: Dihydro-2,5-furandione, 2,5-Diketotetrahydrofuran, Butanedioic anhydride, Succinyl oxide, Oxolane-2,5-dione, Tetrahydro-2,5-furandione, SAA, SAN, Succinic acid anhydride, NSC 8518
Succinic anhydride (CAS 108-30-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H4O3 and a molecular weight of 100.073 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 118-120 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 261.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 122.1±15.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 108-30-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-36517-3
- Molecular Formula
- C4H4O3
- Molecular Weight
- 100.073 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 118-120 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 261.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 122.1±15.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 100.016045 |
| PSA | 43.37000 |
| LogP | -1.30 |
| Additional Property | 3.5 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.470 |
| Additional Property | <0.1 g/100 mL at 21 ºC (decomposes) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Alkyl/ether |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Dale Boger.et al. Chimer containing a targeting portion linked to a scission-activated duocarmycin-type prodrug. WO2009064913A1. |
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 anhydride?
The CAS number of Succinic anhydride is 108-30-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Succinic anhydride?
Succinic anhydride has molecular formula C4H4O3 and molecular weight 100.073 g/mol.
Is Succinic anhydride hazardous?
Succinic anhydride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Succinic anhydride?
For Succinic anhydride, Upstream Products: Propylene oxide, Maleic anhydride, Ethylene oxide; Downstream Products: 4-(2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl)butanoic acid, N-(3-Carbamoyl-4,5-dimethylthiophen-2-yl)succinamic acid, (R)-(1-Phenylethyl)succinate.
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