Chemical Intermediate Succinimide 99%TC CAS 123-56-8

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• Model NO.: 99%TC
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• CAS: 123-56-8
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• Origin: Zhejiang, China
• HS Code: 2924
• Production Capacity: 1, 000 T/Year

Product Description

 

Product Description

 

Common Name	Succinimide
CAS Number	123-56-8	Molecular Weight	99.088
Density	1.5±0.1 g/cm3	Boiling Point	248.4±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Molecular Formula	C4H5NO2	Melting Point	123-125 °C(lit.)

Chemical & Physical Properties

Density	1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling Point	248.4±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting Point	123-125 °C(lit.)
Molecular Formula	C4H5NO2
Molecular Weight	99.088
Flash Point	104.1±22.6 °C
Exact Mass	99.032028
PSA	46.17000
LogP	-1.63
Vapour Pressure	0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C
Index of Refraction	1.606

 

 

Packaging & Shipping

 

For liquid	200Ltr/drum, 20L/drum, 1L/bottle, 500ml/bottle, 250ml/bottle, 100ml/bottle.
For solid	25 kg/drum, 25kg/bag, 1kg/bag or on the requirement of client.
Delivery Detail	20-30days

 

Applications

 

Succinimide (C4H5NO2) is a cyclic imide derived from succinic acid, with a five-membered ring containing two carbonyl groups. It serves as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and industrial processes. Below are its key applications:

 

1. Pharmaceutical & Medicinal Chemistry 

 Anticonvulsant Drugs 

• Ethosuximide : A first-line treatment for absence seizures, derived from succinimide.

• Phensuximide : Another anticonvulsant succinimide derivative.

 Antibiotic Synthesis

• Intermediate for β-lactam antibiotics (e.g., cephalosporins).

 Cancer Therapeutics

• Used in synthesizing HDAC  inhibitors for leukemia treatment.

 

2. Organic Synthesis

 Precursor to N-Halosuccinimides 

• Synthesizes NBS (N-), NCS (N-), and NIS -key reagents for halogenation.

 Peptide Coupling & Protection 

• Acts as a protecting group for amines in peptide synthesis.

 Heterocycle Formation 

• Building block for pyrrolidines, imidazoles, and other N-heterocycles.

 

3. Industrial Applications 

 Electroplating Additive 

• Improves brightness and smoothness of nickel or gold electroplating layers.

 Polymer Modification 

• Enhances thermal stability in polyamides  and epoxy resins.

 Corrosion Inhibitor 

• Added to cooling water systems to prevent metal oxidation.

 

4. Agrochemicals 

 Herbicide Intermediate 

• Used in synthesizing succinate dehydrogenase inhibitors (SDHIs).

 

5. Other Uses 

 Analytical Chemistry 

• Derivatization agent for HPLC or GC-MS analysis of amines/carboxylic acids.
   Battery Electrolytes 

• Investigated as an additive for lithium-ion batteries to improve stability.

 

Key Properties

• Solubility: Soluble in hot water, ethanol, and acetone; poorly soluble in cold water.

• Stability: Stable under dry conditions but hydrolyzes in strong acids/bases.

• Melting Point: 125-127°C (decomposes at higher temperatures).

Safety & Handling

 Low toxicity but may irritate eyes/skin (use PPE).
 Avoid strong oxidizers (risk of exothermic decomposition).

 

Summary

Succinimide is essential for:
 Pharmaceuticals (anticonvulsants, antibiotics)
 Organic synthesis (halogenation reagents, heterocycles)
 Industrial processes (electroplating, polymers)

Its cyclic imide structure enables diverse reactivity, bridging medicinal chemistry, materials science, and industrial chemistry.

 

 

 

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