Succinic semialdehyde
Also known as: Succinaldehydic acid, Succinic semialdehyde, 4-Oxobutanoic acid, 4-Oxobutyric acid, 3-Formylpropanoic acid, 3-Formylpropionic acid, β-Formylpropionic acid, Butanoic acid, 4-oxo-, Butyraldehydic acid
Succinic semialdehyde (CAS 692-29-5) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H6O3 and a molecular weight of 102.089 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 248.6±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 118.4±19.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 692-29-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-42639-1
- Molecular Formula
- C4H6O3
- Molecular Weight
- 102.089 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 248.6±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
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| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 118.4±19.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 102.031693 |
| PSA | 54.37000 |
| LogP | -0.35 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.430 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Ravasz D, et al. Catabolism of GABA, succinic semialdehyde or gamma-hydroxybutyrate through the GABA shunt impair mitochondrial substrate-level phosphorylation. Neurochem Int. 2017 Oct;109:41-53. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
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| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Succinic semialdehyde?
The CAS number of Succinic semialdehyde is 692-29-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Succinic semialdehyde?
Succinic semialdehyde has molecular formula C4H6O3 and molecular weight 102.089 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Succinic semialdehyde?
For Succinic semialdehyde, Upstream Products: 3-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)propanoic acid, 4-Pentenoic acid, DL-Glutamic acid; Downstream Products: Succinyl chloride, 3,6-Octanedione, 5-Methylindole-3-acetic acid.
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