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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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 200ºC (dec.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 241.9ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.242g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 114.4ºC |
| Exact Mass | 146.05800 |
| PSA | 74.60000 |
| LogP | 0.42780 |
| Refractive Index | 1.471 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 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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