Succinylacetone

Name: Succinylacetone
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-040088

About Succinylacetone

Listed under CAS 51568-18-4, Succinylacetone is an API reference standard available from Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C7H10O4, corresponding to a molecular weight of 158.15 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 4,6-dioxoheptanoic acid. It is also known as Heptanoic acid, 4,6-dioxo- or 4,6-Dioxoheptanoate.

The product is provided as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Laboratories use this the parent drug substance standard for identity and assay testing, system suitability checks and method validation supporting ANDA and DMF filings. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Succinylacetone in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Succinylacetone
Catalogue No.	VQ-040088
CAS Number	51568-18-4
IUPAC name	4,6-dioxoheptanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₇H₁₀O₄
Molecular weight	158.15 g/mol
Exact mass	158.0579
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	WYEPBHZLDUPIOD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)CC(=O)CCC(=O)O
PubChem CID	5312

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	71.4 Å²
Synonyms	Heptanoic acid, 4,6-dioxo-, 4,6-Dioxoheptanoate, 4,6-Dioxoheptanoicacid, succinyl aceto, 46-Dioxoheptanoic acid, Heptanoic acid,6-dioxo-, 4,6-Dioxoheptanoic acid, powder, 4,6-Dioxoheptanoic acid (mixture of isomers)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Succinylacetone?

The CAS Registry Number of Succinylacetone is 51568-18-4. It is also known as Heptanoic acid, 4,6-dioxo-, 4,6-Dioxoheptanoate, 4,6-Dioxoheptanoicacid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Succinylacetone?

Succinylacetone has the molecular formula C7H10O4 and a molecular weight of 158.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4,6-dioxoheptanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Succinylacetone can I order?

We supply Succinylacetone in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Succinylacetone?

Yes. Every lot of Succinylacetone is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Succinylacetone be shipped internationally?

Yes. Succinylacetone is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.