Product Details
Polysuccinimide (CAS No. 5608-40-6) is usually provided as a white or off-white powder. It is insoluble in common organic solvents like water, ethanol, and acetone, but it can partially dissolve or swell when exposed to stronger polar solvents such as dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) and N-methylpyrrolidone (NMP).
Polysuccinimide (CAS No. 5608-40-6) is a biodegradable polymer with diverse applications. Polyaspartic acid, its hydrolysis byproduct, acts as a phosphorus-free water treatment agent that can effectively inhibit scale formation and adsorb heavy metals in wastewater. It can also serve as a fertilizer adjuvant to foster plant growth. In the medical industry, it can be modified into sustained-release drug carriers or used in the production of biocompatible materials. Additionally, it can be blended with other polymers to produce biodegradable plastics, used as an additive in drilling fluids, or employed as a moisturizing ingredient in cosmetics.
| Items | Details |
| Chemical Name | Polysuccinimide |
| CAS Number | 5608 - 40 - 6 |
| Molecular Weight | Usually ranging from several thousand to several hundred thousand, depending on the degree of polymerization |
| Appearance | Generally white or off - white powder - like solid |
| Solubility | Insoluble in common organic solvents such as water, ethanol, and acetone. Partially soluble or swellable in some polar solvents like dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) and N - methylpyrrolidone (NMP) |
| Stability | Exhibits good thermal stability and remains stable within a certain temperature range. However, it may undergo degradation or hydrolysis under high - temperature, strong - acid, or strong - alkali conditions |
| Production Method | Usually synthesized by the polymerization of aspartic acid at high temperatures in the presence of a dehydrating agent. |
