2-Ethylsuccinic Acid

Name: 2-Ethylsuccinic Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-050772

About 2-Ethylsuccinic Acid

Listed under CAS 636-48-6, 2-Ethylsuccinic Acid is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C6H10O4, it has a molar mass of 146.14 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-ethylbutanedioic acid. Alternative names: Ethylsuccinic acid and Ethyl succinic acid.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Ethylsuccinic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-050772
CAS Number	636-48-6
IUPAC name	2-ethylbutanedioic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₀O₄
Molecular weight	146.14 g/mol
Exact mass	146.0579
InChIKey	RVHOBHMAPRVOLO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCC(CC(=O)O)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	69466

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
TPSA	74.6 Å²
Synonyms	Ethylsuccinic acid, Ethyl succinic acid, monoethylsuccinic acid, alpha-ethylsuccinic acid, Butanedioic acid, 2-ethyl-

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 2-Ethylsuccinic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Ethylsuccinic Acid is 636-48-6. It is also known as Ethylsuccinic acid, Ethyl succinic acid, monoethylsuccinic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Ethylsuccinic Acid?

2-Ethylsuccinic Acid has the molecular formula C6H10O4 and a molecular weight of 146.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-ethylbutanedioic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Ethylsuccinic Acid can I order?

We supply 2-Ethylsuccinic Acid, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Ethylsuccinic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Ethylsuccinic Acid 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 2-Ethylsuccinic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Ethylsuccinic Acid 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.