Succinic acid

At a glance

A dicarboxylic acid obtained by fermentation or chemical synthesis, also present in amber; imparts a warm, sweet, ambergris‑like note and acts as a fixative in many fragrances.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
produced synthetically or derived from amber or other natural sources
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Acid
CAS number
110-15-6
Profile
sweet, fruity, slightly musky
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01