Succinic Acid: Multifunctional Organic Acid and Chemical Intermediate
Succinic acid (butanedioic acid) is a four-carbon dicarboxylic acid that occurs naturally as an intermediate in the citric acid cycle. In pharmaceutical formulation, it is used as a pH modifier, buffer component, and counterion for salt formation with basic APIs. Its growing availability from bio-based fermentation has made it an attractive green chemistry building block for polymers, plasticisers, and specialty chemicals.
Product Profile
| CAS Number | 110-15-6 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C₄H₆O₄ |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder or granules |
| Function | pH modifier / buffer / salt-forming acid / chemical intermediate |
| Compendial Grade | EP / USP-NF |
Formulation Applications
Succinic acid is used as the acid component in effervescent formulations as an alternative to citric acid, offering a milder taste profile. It serves as a counterion for pharmaceutical salt formation — succinate salts of basic drugs often exhibit improved crystallinity and hygroscopic stability compared to hydrochloride salts. In food and beverage, succinic acid functions as an acidity regulator and flavour enhancer (E363). Industrially, it is a platform chemical for the production of 1,4-butanediol, tetrahydrofuran, polybutylene succinate (PBS) bioplastic, and succinate-based plasticisers.
Why Source from TCS
TCS supplies Succinic Acid in pharmaceutical and technical grades to companies across Europe. Available in standard packaging with flexible quantities for R&D through production scale. Contact us with your application and volume requirements.
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