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Fumaric Acid (trans-Butenedioic Acid)

Fumaric
CAS 110-17-8 · Formula C4H4O4 · MW 116.07 g/mol

A long-shelf-life solid acidulant and a reactive diacid for unsaturated polyester systems. It is used as a food acidulant (for example in gelatin desserts and dry beverage powders), as a fortifier in unsaturated polyester, paper-size and alkyd coating resins, and as a chemical intermediate.

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HS Code
2917.19
At a Glance
Material Family
Acids & Salts
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
pH Adjustment · Synthesis Intermediate
Solubility
< 1 mg/mL at 22 °C
Functional Roles
pH Adjustment Synthesis Intermediate Crosslinking / Curing Preservation
INCI Name
FUMARIC ACID
CosIng Functions
BUFFERING
Industries Served
Beauty & Personal Care Food & Beverage Industrial Manufacturing
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ Food acidulant: acidity/tartness in dry beverages, desserts and baked goods
  • ▸ Unsaturated polyester resins: reactive diacid building block
  • ▸ Coatings and paper: fortifier in alkyd coating and paper-size resins
  • ▸ Chemical intermediate: feedstock for plasticizers such as dibutyl fumarate
Physical Properties
Melting Point
572 to 302 °C
Boiling Point
165 °C at 1.7 mmHg; sublimes
Density
1.635 at 20 °C
Solubility
< 1 mg/mL at 22 °C
Vapor Pressure
0.000154
Flash Point
273 °C (open cup)
pH
3,0-3,2 (0,05 % solution at 25 °C)
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2917 . 19
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.17
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2917.19
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
110-17-8
Molecular Formula
C4H4O4
Molecular Weight
116.07 g/mol
IUPAC Name
(E)-but-2-enedioic acid
INCI Name
FUMARIC ACID
PubChem CID
444972
InChI Key
VZCYOOQTPOCHFL-OWOJBTEDSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
fumaric acid trans-Butenedioic acid Allomaleic acid Lichenic acid Boletic acid (2E)-but-2-enedioic acid Tumaric acid trans-1,2-Ethylenedicarboxylic acid (E)-2-Butenedioic acid Allomalenic acid trans-2-Butenedioic acid Fumaricum acidum 2-Butenedioic acid, (E)- Kyselina fumarova (2E)-2-butenedioic acid (E)-but-2-enedioic acid USAF EK-P-583 Butenedioic acid, (E)- FEMA No. 2488
Full Description

Fumaric acid (trans-butenedioic acid, CAS 110-17-8) is an unsaturated dicarboxylic acid supplied as a granular or powder acidulant. It is used as a food acidulant (for example in gelatin desserts and dry beverage powders), as a fortifier in unsaturated polyester, paper-size and alkyd coating resins, and as a chemical intermediate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is fumaric acid used for?

Fumaric acid (trans-butenedioic acid, CAS 110-17-8) is used as a food acidulant in dry beverages, gelatin desserts, and baked goods, as a reactive diacid in unsaturated polyester resins, as a fortifier in alkyd coating and paper-size resins, and as a chemical intermediate (for example, to dibutyl fumarate).

Is fumaric acid an acid?

Yes. It is an unsaturated dicarboxylic acid (C4H4O4), the trans isomer of butenedioic acid; its cis isomer is maleic acid. It is supplied as a granular or powder acidulant.

What is the difference between fumaric acid and maleic acid?

They are geometric isomers of butenedioic acid: fumaric acid is the trans isomer and maleic acid is the cis isomer, giving them different melting points, solubility, and reactivity. Fumaric acid is the form used as a food acidulant and in unsaturated polyester resins.

What is the cost of bulk fumaric acid?

Pricing depends on grade (technical vs food) and packaging (bags, drums, or totes). Request a bulk quote with your volume and delivery point for current pricing.

What is the CAS number and HS code for fumaric acid?

Fumaric acid is CAS 110-17-8, classified under HS 2917.19. An SDS and Certificate of Analysis accompany each shipment.

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