Salts & Minerals
REACH
Disodium succinate
CAS Number
150-90-3
EC Number
205-778-7
FEMA Number
FEMA 3277
What is Disodium succinate?
Disodium succinate (CAS 150-90-3), also known by FEMA 3277, is the sodium salt of succinic acid.
Where is Disodium succinate used?
- Food and beverage: flavor potentiator and acidulant in savory seasonings and soups
- Processed foods: enhances umami character
- Pharmaceuticals: buffering agent in oral and injectable formulations, maintaining target pH ranges throughout shelf life
- Personal care: pH regulation in rinse-off and leave-on products including shampoos, conditioners, and skin creams
- Specialty chemicals and polymers: intermediate in synthesis
- It is essential for the production of biodegradable polymers and active pharmaceutical ingredients.
Good to know: Buyers should confirm which hydration state is required before sourcing, as they differ in active content.
Other Names (Synonyms)
Succinic acid disodium salt|disodium succinate (anhydrous)|disodium succinate (anh.)|anhydrous sodium succinate|anhydrous disodium succinate|sodium succinate anhydrous|SODIUM SUCCINATE|Disodium butanedioate
What are the physical properties of Disodium succinate?
Melting Point >300°C
Density 1.46 g/cm³
Appearance white crystalline powder
Color White
Odor odorless
Form Crystalline Powder
Water Solubility 300 g/L (25 ºC)
pH 7-9 (100g/l, H2O, 20℃)
Log P -0.59
How is Disodium succinate classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Disodium succinate?
HS Code 29171990
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany) 1