Succinic Acid Extra Pure

1. Basic Identification Attributes

• Chemical Name: Succinic Acid
  • CAS Number: 110-15-6
  • HS Code: 2918.12.00
  • Molecular Formula: C₄H₆O₄
  • Synonyms:

• Butanedioic acid
• Amber acid

2. Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical State: Crystalline solid (powder or granules)
• Color & Odor: White odorless to slightly acidic smell
• Melting Point: 185–187 °C
• Density: ~1.57 g/cm³
• Solubility:

• Soluble in water (~57 g/100 mL at 20 °C)
• Soluble in alcohol and ether
  • pH Level: Acidic (pH ~2.5 in 0.1M aqueous solution)
  • Vapor Pressure: Low
  • Flash Point: Not applicable

3. Safety & Hazard Attributes

Hazard Class (GHS Classification):

• Causes skin and eye irritation (Category 2)
  • NFPA Ratings:
• Health: 2
• Flammability: 0
• Reactivity: 0
  • Exposure Limits:
• No specific OSHA PEL or ACGIH TLV
  • Reactivity:
• Stable under normal conditions
• Reacts with strong bases

4. Storage & Handling Attributes

Storage Conditions:

• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
• Keep container tightly closed
  • Incompatible Materials:
• Strong bases and oxidizing agents
  • Container Type:
• Plastic or glass containers with tight seals
  • Shelf Life:
• Stable for several years if stored properly
  • Special Handling Requirements:
• Use gloves and eye protection
• Avoid inhalation of dust

5. Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

Regulatory Status:

• Approved for food and pharmaceutical uses (FCC, USP)
  • Transportation Restrictions:
• Not classified as hazardous for transport
  • Waste Disposal Method:
• Dispose in accordance with local environmental regulations

6. Environmental & Health Impact

Ecotoxicity:

• Low toxicity to aquatic life
  • Persistence in Environment:
• Biodegradable and readily breaks down in environment
  • Carcinogenicity/Mutagenicity:
• Not classified as carcinogenic or mutagenic
  • Biodegradability:
• Biodegradable