Diethyl Succinate

HCID 31249CAS 123-25-1

Basic information

Standard SMILES
CCOC(=O)CCC(=O)OCC
InChIKey
DKMROQRQHGEIOW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Molecular formula
C8H14O4
Average molar mass
174.19 g/mol
Monoisotopic mass
174.08920893

Overview

Diethyl succinate is a fatty acid ester.

Names & identifiers

Preferred name
Diethyl Succinate
IUPAC
diethyl butanedioate
English name
Diethyl succinate
Molecular formula
C8H14O4
Molecular weight
174.19

Names & synonyms

DIETHYL SUCCINATE123-25-1Diethyl butanedioateEthyl succinateButanedioic acid, diethyl esterSuccinic acid diethyl ester1,4-diethyl butanedioateSuccinic acid, diethyl esterButanedioic acid, 1,4-diethyl esterDiethylester kyseliny jantaroveFEMA No. 2377DTXSID2038732
Show more names
CloriusBUTANEDIOIC ACID DIETHYL ESTERFEMA 2377Diethyl ester of butanedioic acid45993Diethyl succite
ELP55C13DRNSC-8875DTXCID0018732RefChem:571068204-612-07071-15-0DIETHYLSUCCINATEDiethyl ethanedicarboxylate

Database identifiers

CAS
123-25-1
PubChem CID
31249
DTXSID
DTXSID2038732
ChEMBL
CHEMBL369243
ChEBI
CHEBI:169507
UNII
ELP55C13DR
EC Number
204-612-0
Nikkaji
J21.267I

Properties

Computed structural properties

XLogP
1.2
Topological polar surface area
52.6 Ų
Hydrogen bond donors
0
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4
Rotatable bonds
7
Heavy atoms
12

Experimental & physicochemical properties

Chemical ClassesOther Classes -> Other Organic Compounds
Cosmetics · 2 items

Cosmetic ingredients (Diethyl Succinate) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review)

Emollient

SpringerMaterials PropertiesBoiling point
FragrancesFragrance Ingredient (Diethyl succinate) -> IFRA transparency List
LogP · 2 items

1.20

1.19

Food AdditivesFLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT -> FDA Substance added to food

Physicochemical properties

Melting point
-20 °C · -20 °C (lit.)
Boiling point
218 °C · 218 °C (lit.)
Density
1.047 g/mL · 1.047 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
vapor density
6 · 6 (vs air)
vapor pressure
1.33 hPa · 1.33 hPa (55 °C)
FEMA
2377 · 2377 | DIETHYL SUCCINATE

Safety & regulation

GHS classification

GHS Classification · 3 items

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 99.5% (405 of 407) of all reports.

Not Classified

Aggregated GHS information provided per 407 reports by companies from 4 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory.

Hazard information

Regulatory Information · 4 items

Chemical: Butanedioic acid, diethyl ester

Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003 (amended)

Status: Active Update: 19-07-2022 https://echa.europa.eu/registration-dossier/-/registered-dossier/27981

Diethyl succinate: Does not have an individual approval but may be used under an appropriate group standard

Fire HazardsCombustible.
Hazards SummaryA mild skin and eye irritant; [RTECS] Carboxylesterase substrate. [ChemIDplus] A mild eye irritant; [ICSC] Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [JECFA] A mild irritant; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
EPA Safer ChemicalChemical: Diethyl succinate
Chemical DangersOn combustion, forms toxic gases.
Hazard Classes and CategoriesNot Classified

Safety & protection

Fire FightingUse dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide.
First Aid Measures · 4 items

Fresh air, rest.

Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.

First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.

Rinse mouth.

Spillage Disposal · 1 item

Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Cover the spilled material with inert absorbent.

Eye PreventionWear safety spectacles.
Fire PreventionNO open flames.
Inhalation RiskNo indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20 °C.

Toxicology

Toxicity SummarySafe in the present practices of use and concentration. Ingredient, concentration, and use information are available in documents discoverable at https://cir-reports.cir-safety.org
Signs and SymptomsRedness.

Safety data

wgk
2
tsca
TSCA listed
rtecs
WM7400000
hs_code
29171990
Toxicity
LD50 orally in Rabbit: 8530 mg/kg LD50 dermal Rat > 5000 mg/kg
risk_code
36/37/38

Chemistry & industry

Pharmacology

Cellular LocationsCytoplasm

Uses & manufacturing

Uses · 2 items

CIR ingredient: Diethyl Succinate

Permitted for use as an inert ingredient in non-food pesticide products; [EPA] Used as flavoring agent or adjuvant; [FDA]

Use Classification · 6 items

EPA Safer Chemical Functional Use Classes -> Solvents

Safer Chemical Classes -> Green circle - The chemical has been verified to be of low concern

Fragrance Ingredients

Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

Flavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index

Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

General Manufacturing InformationButanedioic acid, 1,4-diethyl ester: ACTIVE
Applications · 5 items

DescriptionDiethyl succinate is obtained by the direct esterification of a carboxylic acid and an alcohol in the presence of concentrated H2SO4 in benzene solution. It has a faint, pleasant odor. It occurs naturally in apple, raspberry, cognac, rum, whiskey, cider, sherry, plum brandy, apple brandy, grape brandy, cherry brandy, cocoa, arrack and red, white, port, strawberry and sparking wines. It is used as a flavor agent in foods including nonalcoholic/alcoholic beverages, baked goods, frozen dairy, hard/soft candy, gelatins, and puddings.

OccurrenceReported found in apple, raspberry, cognac, rum, whiskey, cider, sherry, plum brandy, apple brandy, grape brandy, cherry brandy, cocoa, arrack and red, white, port, strawberry and sparkling wines.

UsesDiethyl succinate can be used as solvent; food flavoring agent; organic synthesis intermediate; gas chromatography stationary solution (maximum use temperature 60°C, solvent is ether). Alkyl succinates have been used as ashless dispersants and detergent additives for lubricating oils.

UsesDiethyl Succinate is a diester molecule present naturally in plant and animal tissues. Used commonly in fragrances and food flavourings.

General DescriptionDiethyl succinate(DES) is a diethyl ester with succinate molecules. It has two ester groups and is majorly used in fragrances. It produced by the esterification of succinic acid with ethanol.

Preparation methods

PreparationDiethyl succinate is synthesized by esterification of succinic acid and ethanol; by direct esterification of the acid in the presence of concentrated H2SO4 in benzene solution.

Suppliers50 total

国药集团化学试剂有限公司86-21-63210123 · [email protected]
梯希爱(上海)化成工业发展有限公司021-67121386 · [email protected]
衢州润东化工有限公司0570-8789886 18892685668 · [email protected]
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Additional notes

DefinitionChEBI: Diethyl succinate is a fatty acid ester.

Related reactions

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