Description
DL-Malic acidquick Details
Chemical Name: DL-Malic acid
CAS No.: 617-48-1
Molecular Formula: C4H6O5
Molecular weight:134.09
emical Structure:
Molecular weight:134.09
Appearance:White or nearly white crystalline powder or granules
Assay: 99.0~100.5
DL-Malic acidtypical Properties
Parameters
Method
Specification
Assay
E296/FCC
NLT 99.0%
Description
White or nearly white crystalline powder or granules
Melting Point
E-296
127.0-132.0 °C
Test for malate
E296/FCC
Passes test
Fumaric Acid
E296/FCC
NMT 1.0 %
Maleic Acid
E296/FCC
NMT 0.05 %
Water insolubles
FCC
NMT 0.1 %
Specific Rotation
E296/FCC
-0.1- 0.1
Residue on Ignition
E296/FCC
NMT 0.1 %
Arsenic
E296/FCC
NMT 2ppm
Mercury
E-296
NMT 1 ppm
Heavy Metals
FCC
NMT 10 ppm
Lead
E296/FCC
NMT 2ppm
Sulphated ash
FCC
NMT 0.1%
DL-Malic acidUsage
1. Malic acid is an internationally recognized safe food additive. It is used as a sour agent, preservative and Ph value modifier. Its acidity is soft and long lasting, and its sour taste is 20% stronger than citric acid. It can be used in various foods and used in moderation according to production needs.
2. The food industry is used as an acid stabilizer, color retention agent, preservative and egg yolk and other emulsion stabilizers, etc., also used in pharmaceuticals.
DL-Malic acidPackaging and Shipping
Packing: 25kg/fiber drum
DL-Malic acidStorage
Stored in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.
