Dimethyl Succinate CAS Number 106-65-0. It is clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild, fruity odor and flavor profile.

Dimethyl Succinate, a versatile bio-based diester with excellent solvency, low toxicity, and pleasant fruity odor. Ideal for food flavoring, fragrances, industrial solvents, pharmaceuticals, and sustainable polymer production.

 

Technical Specifications

ITEMS SPECIFICATION
Appearance Colorless liquid
Assay ≥99.5%
Chroma (Platinum-Cobalt) ≤15
Acid value (mgKOH/g) ≤0.1%
Moisture ≤0.1%

 

Package & Storage

  • Net weight 200kgs drum, 16MT/20’FCL with pallets.
  • Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from heat and open flames. Keep container tightly closed.

 

Benefits of Dimethyl Succinate

Pleasant Fruity Aroma and Flavor:
Widely used as a flavor and fragrance agent with natural fruity notes.

Excellent Solvency:
Effective solvent for paints, coatings, resins, dyes, and polymers without harsh VOC profiles.

Biodegradable and Low Toxicity:
Environmentally friendly alternative to traditional petroleum-based solvents.

High Compatibility:
Blends well in formulations for personal care, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals.

Versatile Intermediate:
Key raw material for synthesizing other chemicals, polymers, and specialty esters.

 

Applications and Uses of Dimethyl Succinate

Dimethyl Succinate is valued across diverse sectors for its multifunctional profile:

Food and Flavor Industry:

  • Flavoring agent providing fruity notes in beverages, candies, baked goods, and dairy products.
  • Used in accordance with good manufacturing practices (GMP) as a permitted flavor ingredient.

Fragrances and Personal Care:

  • Fragrance component in perfumes, soaps, cosmetics, and personal care formulations due to its sweet, fruity scent.
  • Solvent and fixative in scent compositions.

Industrial and Manufacturing:

  • High-boiling solvent for paints, lacquers, varnishes, nitrocellulose, inks, and coatings.
  • Intermediate in the production of polymers, biodegradable plastics, and specialty chemicals.
  • Used in agrochemicals, dyes, and photography applications.

Pharmaceuticals and Agrochemicals:

  • Excipient and solvent in pharmaceutical formulations.
  • Building block for active ingredients and crop protection products.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is Dimethyl Succinate safe for use in food and flavors?
A: Yes, it is permitted for use as a flavoring agent in food. It provides a pleasant fruity flavor profile.

Q: What are the main synonyms for Dimethyl Succinate?
A: Common synonyms include dimethyl butanedioate, succinic acid dimethyl ester, and methyl succinate.

Q: What industries use Dimethyl Succinate?
A: It is widely used in food & beverages, fragrances, paints & coatings, polymers, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals.

Q: How should it be stored?
A: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, in tightly sealed containers, away from heat, sparks, and strong oxidizing agents.

Q: Is it biodegradable?
A: Yes, it is a biodegradable ester, making it a more sustainable choice compared to many traditional solvents.

Q: What is the physical appearance of Dimethyl Succinate?
A: It is a colorless to pale yellow clear liquid with a mild fruity odor.

 

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