Description

Succinic Acid (Industrial Grade & Food Grade) is a versatile dicarboxylic acid, a key building block in numerous industrial and biochemical processes. Its dual-grade availability ensures both high-performance chemical synthesis and safe use in consumable products. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the food, pharmaceutical, chemical, and biodegradable polymer industries seeking a reliable and multifunctional intermediate. CAS No. 110-56-6.

Application

• Food & Beverage Industry: Used as an acidity regulator, flavor enhancer, and sequestrant in products like beverages, confectionery, and dairy.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a key starting material and intermediate in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and vitamins.
• Biodegradable Polymers: A fundamental monomer for producing Polybutylene Succinate (PBS), a compostable bioplastic used in packaging and fibers.
• Industrial Chemicals: Crucial for manufacturing solvents, plasticizers, dyes, and corrosion inhibitors.
• Animal Nutrition: Employed as a feed additive to promote gut health and improve nutrient absorption.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Functions as a pH adjuster and conditioning agent in skincare and haircare formulations.
• Electroplating & Metal Treatment: Acts as a buffering and complexing agent in plating baths and surface treatment processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Succinic Acid (Industrial Grade & Food Grade)
CAS No.	110-56-6
Molecular Formula	C4H6O4
Molecular Weight	118.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Amber Acid; Butanedioic Acid; 1,2-Ethanedicarboxylic Acid; Ethylenesuccinic Acid; Wormwood Acid; Dihydrofumaric Acid; Bernsteinsäure (German); Acide Succinique (French)
EINECS	203-740-4

Quality Control

Our Succinic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. The Food Grade complies with relevant food safety standards such as FCC and is produced in facilities adhering to GMP principles. The Industrial Grade meets high-purity specifications for chemical synthesis. Every batch is tested, and a Certificate of Analysis (COA) is available to ensure traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and sources of heat. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% - 100.5%
Melting Point	185°C - 190°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Specific Rotation	-0.1° to +0.1°

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.