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Ketone and ester solvents

Diethyl succinate

Also known as Diethyl butanedioate, Ethyl succinate, Butanedioic acid, diethyl ester

CAS 123-25-1Formula C8H14O4Molar mass 174.20 g/molEC 204-612-0
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Diethyl succinate chemical structure, C8H14O4, CAS 123-25-1
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Physical form
Liquid
Melting point
-21 °C
Boiling point
217 °C
Density
1.04 g/cm³
Flash point
90 °C
HS code
291719
Category
Ketone and ester solvents
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What is Diethyl succinate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Diethyl succinate is a fatty acid ester.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
diethyl butanedioate
CAS number
123-25-1 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 7071-15-0
EC number
204-612-0
Molecular formula
C8H14O4
UNII
ELP55C13DR
MDL number
MFCD00009208
INCI name
DIETHYL SUCCINATE
InChIKey
DKMROQRQHGEIOW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H14O4/c1-3-11-7(9)5-6-8(10)12-4-2/h3-6H2,1-2H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCOC(=O)CCC(=O)OCC

Synonyms

  • Diethyl butanedioate
  • Ethyl succinate
  • Butanedioic acid, diethyl ester
  • Succinic acid diethyl ester
  • 1,4-diethyl butanedioate
  • Succinic acid, diethyl ester
  • Butanedioic acid, 1,4-diethyl ester
  • Diethylester kyseliny jantarove
  • Diethylsuccinate
  • Diethyl ethanedicarboxylate
  • Succinic acid-diethyl ester
  • Diethyl ester of butanedioic acid
  • Diethyl succinate, ReagentPlus(R), 99%
  • diethyl butane-1,4-dioate
  • butanedioic acid diethyl ester
  • Diethyl butanoate
  • Diethyl succinate, 98%
  • Diethyl succinate (Standard)
  • 4-02-00-01914 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
  • Diethyl succinate, analytical standard
  • Diethyl succinate, >=99%, FCC, FG
  • Diethyl succinate, natural, >=99%, FG
  • Diethyl succinate, Vetec(TM) reagent grade, 98%

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Physical form
Liquidexp.
Melting point
-21 °Cexp.
Boiling point
217 °Cexp.
Density
1.04 g/cm³exp.
Flash point
90 °Cexp.
Solubility
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25 °C: 0.2exp.
Vapour pressure
Vapor pressure, kPa at 55 °C: 0.133exp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
174.20 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
174.0892 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.89calc.
Topological polar surface area
52.6 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
12calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.75calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

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GHS classification
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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Cosmetics, Solvents, Safer Chemical Classes.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name DIETHYL SUCCINATE(skin conditioning - emollient, fragrance, plasticiser, solvent)

Functional uses

  • Deodorizer
  • Flavouring and nutrient
  • Fragrance
  • Plasticizer
  • Softener and conditioner
  • Solvent

Cosmetic functions

  • Fragrance
  • Plasticiser
  • Skin conditioning - emollient
  • Solvent

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • Safer Choice ingredient list (USA)
  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Diethyl succinate is traded under.

HS 2917.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and…

World exports in 2024
$718M
+8.1% vs 2023, imports $915M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China46.6%
  2. United States13.7%
  3. Germany10.1%
Top importers
  1. United States16.2%
  2. Denmark11.8%
  3. Germany10.0%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Diethyl succinate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Diethyl succinate, based on the data on this page

What is Diethyl succinate?

Diethyl succinate is a fatty acid ester.

What is the CAS number of Diethyl succinate?

The CAS registry number of Diethyl succinate is 123-25-1. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 7071-15-0.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Diethyl succinate?

The molecular formula of Diethyl succinate is C8H14O4 and its molar mass is 174.20 g/mol.

What is Diethyl succinate used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics, Solvents, Safer Chemical Classes.

Is Diethyl succinate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Diethyl succinate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Diethyl succinate?

Diethyl succinate is usually classified under HS code 291719 (Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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