Malic acid 6915-15-7

Product name: Malic acid

English alias: alpha-Hydroxysuccinic acid;alpha-hydroxysuccinicacid;Butanedioic acid

CAS: 6915-15-7

Molecular formula: C4H6O5

Appearance:White powder

Package: 25kg/drum

What is Malic acid?

Malic acid is an organic compound with a sour taste, found naturally in fruits like apples and used as a food additive (E296) to increase flavor and acidity. It is also an important intermediate in the Krebs cycle, which is the body's main energy production cycle. Beyond food, it has uses in industry for things like metal cleaning, textiles, and cosmetics.

COA:

分析项目 ITEM	技术指标 STANDARD	实测结果 RESULTS
色泽 Color	白色或类白色 White	符合规定 Qualified
气味 Smell	特殊的酸味 Special sour taste	符合规定 Qualified
状态 Form	结晶或结晶性粉末 Crystalline or crystalline powder	符合规定 Qualified
DL-苹果酸（以C4H6O5计） DL-Malic acid（C4H6O5）	99%-100.5%	99.7%
比旋光度(20°C), (o)•dm2•kg-1 Specific rotation (20°C), (o)•dm2•kg-1	-0.1-+0.1	0
灼烧残渣 Ignition residue	≤0.1%	0. 04%
砷,mg/kg As,mg/kg	≤2	符合规定 Qualified
铅, mg/kg Pb, mg/kg	≤2	0.02
富马酸 Fumaric acid	≤1%	0.04
马来酸 Maleic acid	≤0.05%	0,008
水不溶物 Water insoluble matter	≤0.1%	0.05

Application:

Flavoring:

Malic acid is used to give a sour or tangy taste to foods and drinks, especially in fruit-flavored candies, jellies, and low-calorie products.

Acidifier:

Malic acid serves as an acidifying agent and is an alternative to citric acid in some applications.

Stabilizer:

It can also function as a flavor and color stabilizer.

Energy production:

Malic acid is a key component of the Krebs cycle, which is essential for cellular energy production.

Potential health benefits:

Research has explored malic acid supplements for benefits related to energy production, oral health, and skin care.

Industrial applications:

It is used in various industrial processes, such as metal cleaning, textile finishing, and chemical synthesis.

Skincare:

It is an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) found in some cosmetic products.

Safety profile:

It is a non-toxic and safe ingredient that is good for the skin when used in small quantities. It is also non-sensitizing but can be mildly irritating for sensitive skin. A patch test is, therefore, recommended. It is also safe for the environment and may or may not be considered vegan - depending upon its source.

Storage requirements:

keep the product dry

relative humidity < 50%

protect product against influences of weather and contamination

Transport & Packaging:

Its technical application is the only one that offers packaging in different sizes. It can be packaged in various specifications: 25kg drums, 1000kg IBC drums.