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REACH
Dimethyl succinate
CAS Number
106-65-0
EC Number
203-419-9
FEMA Number
FEMA 2396
What is Dimethyl succinate?
Dimethyl succinate (CAS 106-65-0), also known by FEMA 2396, is a diester solvent and flavoring agent.
Where is Dimethyl succinate used?
- Food and beverage: mild fruity, wine-like flavor note
- Confectionery, baked goods and beverages: flavoring systems under regulatory approval
- Personal care: low-viscosity carrier solvent improving spreadability and skin feel in emollients and lotions
- Leave-on cosmetics: humectant supporting moisture retention
- Fragrance delivery: alternative to heavier ester solvents
- In fragrance concentrates it acts as a co-solvent that solubilizes aromatic ingredients at controlled dilution.
Commercial specifications
- Drum and IBC quantities
- Technical-grade material for solvent and process applications
Other Names (Synonyms)
Dimethyl butanedioate|Butanedioic acid, dimethyl ester|Succinic acid, dimethyl ester|Methyl butanedioate|1,4-dimethyl butanedioate|Butanedioic acid, 1,4-dimethyl ester|Methyl succinate
What are the physical properties of Dimethyl succinate?
Melting Point 19.5 °C
Boiling Point 195.3 °C @ Press: 760 Torr
Density 1.1202 g/cm³ @ Temp: 18 °C
Flash Point 185 °F
Appearance colourless liquid
Color Clear
Odor Fruity
Form Liquid
Water Solubility 8.5 g/L (20 ºC)
Vapor Pressure 0.3 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.419(lit.)
Log P 0.33 at 40℃
How is Dimethyl succinate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant GHS08· Health Hazard
Hazard Statements
H227 Combustible liquid
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H320 Causes eye irritation
H373 May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H402 Harmful to aquatic life
Precautionary Statements
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Dimethyl succinate?
HS Code 29171990
UN Number 1993
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany) 1