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meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid

Also known as: (2R,3S)-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid, (2R,3S)-2,3-Dimethylbutanedioic acid, meso-2,3-Dimethylbutanedioic acid, Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dimethyl-, (2R,3S)-rel-, Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dimethyl-, (R*,S*)-, Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dimethyl-, [R-(R*,S*)]-, erythro-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid, meso-2,3-dimethylbutanedioic acid, EINECS 210-163-1, MFCD00064229

meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid (CAS 608-40-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O4 and a molecular weight of 146.14100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 200ºC (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 241.9ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.242g/cm3 and a flash point of 114.4ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
608-40-2
Jingsj CID
J-703-4
Molecular Formula
C6H10O4
Molecular Weight
146.14100 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point200ºC (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point241.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.242g/cm3
Flash Point114.4ºC
Exact Mass146.05800
PSA74.60000
LogP0.42780
Refractive Index1.471

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2917190090
Summary2917190090 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 meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid?

The CAS number of meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid is 608-40-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid?

meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid has molecular formula C6H10O4 and molecular weight 146.14100 g/mol.

Is meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid hazardous?

meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid?

For meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid, Upstream Products: 2,3-Dimethylmaleic anhydride, Monocrotaline, 2-Bromopropanoic acid; Downstream Products: meso-2,3-Dimethylsuccinic acid, 2,3-Dimethylmaleic anhydride.

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