Succinic Acid is an important organic compound with the following properties:
Appearance: Colorless crystal
Relative density: 1.572 (25/4℃)
Melting point: 188℃
Boiling point: 235℃ (decomposition)
Solubility: soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol, ether and acetone, almost insoluble in benzene, carbon disulfide, carbon tetrachloride and petroleum ether
Reactivity: can react with alkali, can also occur esterification and reduction reactions
Dehydration: sublimation when heated at the melting point, dehydration into succinic anhydride
The application of Succinic Acid in the field of medicine
Regulate immunity:
It can inhibit the activity of immune cells and prevent immune cells from invading tissues, thereby reducing the uncomfortable symptoms caused by autoimmune diseases.
Antioxidant:
It has a strong antioxidant effect, which can effectively reduce cell damage and death, and promote cell repair and regeneration.
Anti-inflammatory:
It helps reduce the inflammatory response, reducing the uncomfortable symptoms caused by inflammation such as redness, swelling, pain, and tissue damage.
Antibacterial agent:
It has antibacterial activity against a variety of bacteria and fungi, especially staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus.
Antipyretic analgesic:
It can be used in combination with other drugs such as acetaminophen and aspirin to enhance the effects of antipyretic and analgesic drugs.
The application of Succinic Acid in the food industry
Sour agent:
It is mainly used to enhance the sour taste of foods and is commonly found in beverages, soft drinks, sweets, breads and certain gelatinous sweets.
Flavor improvement:
In soy sauce, soy sauce, Japanese wine and other condiments, Succinic Acid can provide a unique flavor.
Quality improvement:
In salted vegetables, ham, sausage, processed fish products, canned meat and other foods, Succinic Acid is used as a flavor modifier to help improve the overall quality and taste of foods.
Nutritional fortification:
Succinic Acid is also used in milk powder, milk tablets, biscuits and other foods as a nutritional booster to promote growth and development
The application of Succinic Acid in industry
Production of dyes, alkyd resins, glass fiber reinforced plastics, ion interaction resins and pesticides.
As raw materials for coatings, dyes, adhesives, medicines, etc.
For the production of biodegradable plastics such as PBS-polybutylene succinate, which is an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional petroleum-based plastics.
Manufacture resins and plasticizers, as well as as raw materials for lubricants and coatings.
Used as a raw material for photographic chemicals and surfactants.
Esters and succinates for the manufacture of paints, dyes and spices.
In the electroplating industry as an ion chelating agent to prevent metal corrosion and pitting.
As a surfactant, detergent additive and foaming agent, it is used in the production of hair removal agent, toothpaste, cleaning agent and efficient wrinkle removal cosmetic ester.
It can be used in textile processing to prevent shrinkage and improve dyeing.
Safety characteristics of Succinic Acid
Flammability:
It can burn when exposed to open fire or high heat, and may form an explosive mixture when mixed with air, which may explode when met with Mars.
Stimulating:
It is irritating to the eyes, skin and mucous membranes and may cause discomfort or further health problems.
Chemical reactivity:
It decomposes at high temperatures and releases irritating fumes.
Storage conditions:
It should be stored in a cool and ventilated warehouse, away from fire and heat sources, and avoid mixing with oxidants, reducing agents and alkalis.
