Sodium succinate hexahydrate
Agent Name
Sodium succinate hexahydrate
CAS Number
6106-21-4
Formula
C4-H6-O4.6H2-O.2Na
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Butanedioic acid, disodium salt, hexahydrate; [ChemIDplus] Sodium succinate dibasic hexahydrate; Disodium succinate hexahydrate; [Merck Index]
Category
Organic Acids, Metal Salts
Description
Solid; [Merck Index] White crystalline solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as an acidulant and flavoring agent for foods and protective coating for fruits and vegetables; [Merck Index]
Comments
A skin and strong eye irritant; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Succinic acid."
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