1. The brief introduction of succinic acid 

Succinic acid (CAS No.110-15-6 ) also known as butanedioic acid, asuccin, amber acid, succinicum acidum, katasuccin, bernsteinsaure, dihydrofumaric acid, succinate, kyselina jantarova is a is a common natural organic acids. And in the case of room temperature, pure succinic acid is a solid and colorless to white crystalline powder. With succinic acid formula C₄H₆O₄, the molecular weight of succinic acid is 118.09 and it is used as a chemical intermediate in medicine, the manufacture of lacquers and foods.


2. Other properties of succinic acid 

Succinic acid structure : as shown in the right
Moore quality : 118.09 g·mol−1
Melting point (℃) : 185
Boiling point (℃) : 235 (decomposition)
The relative density : 1.57 (15 ℃)
Succinic acid solubility : soluble in water; slightly soluble in ethanol, ethyl ether, acetone, glycerin and insoluble in chloroform, methylene, chloride.


3. The protective measures of toxicity 

Succinic acid has lower toxicity and certain stimulation to the eyes, skin, and mucosa. High-dose oral can cause vomiting and diarrhea. We must pay attention to wear protective equipment when handling or contacting with succinic acid steam so as not to cause coughing and irritate the skin.

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