Life Science

Product Name

Disodium Succinate

Chemical Name

Disodium Succinate (hexahydrate)

Features

Description

Colorless to white crystal or white powder, odorless, and has a characteristic taste.

Chemical Structure
Molecular Formula

C4H4Na2O4・6H2O

Molecular Weight

270.14

Characteristic / Function

■ It has a flavor similar to the umami of shellfish combined with a salty taste.
■ It is often used for seasoning purposes that take advantage of its unique umami taste, such as in processed fish products, tsukudani (soy-simmered foods), canned shellfish, and sauces.
■ When used together with monosodium glutamate, a synergistic enhancement of umami flavor can be achieved.