Fumaric Acid (CAS 110-17-8)

Fumaric Acid (CAS 110-17-8)

Fumaric acid is an organic compound with the formula HO2CCH=CHCO2H. A white solid, fumaric acid occurs widely in nature. It has a fruit-like taste and has been used as a food additive. Its E number is E297. The salts and esters are known as fumarates. Fumarate can also refer to the C4H2O2−4 ion (in solution). Fumaric acid is the trans isomer of butenedioic acid, while maleic acid is the cis isomer.

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Industries: Pharmaceutical industry, Feed industry
CAS number: 110-17-8
WE number: 203-743-0
Chemical formula: C4H4O4
Molar mass: 116,07 g/mol
Customs tariff code: 29171980

Other physical properties

pH: 2,1 (5 g/l H2O w 20°C)
Boiling point / range: 290°C (1013 hPa)
Relative density: 1,635 g/cm3 (20°C)
Solubility in water: 4,9 g/l (20°C)