[2] This is an organic ammonium salt of succinic acid.

Also, a reaction of ammonia water with succinic acid:[3][4] Ammonium succinate forms colorless crystals, easily soluble in water.

Thermal decomposition of ammonium succinate produces succinimide.

[5] The compound is used a mediator in medicine, lacquer manufacture, and in the production of perfume esters.

It is also used in food as a sequestrant, buffer, and neutralizing agent.