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CAS No.: | 636-61-3 |
Formula: | C4h6o5 |
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Malic acid, also known as 2 - hydroxy succinic acid, has two stereoisomers due to the presence of an asymmetric carbon atom in the molecule. There are three forms in nature, namely D malic acid, L malic acid and its mixture DL malic acid. White crystalline or
crystalline powder with strong moisture absorption, easily soluble in water and ethanol. Have a special pleasant sour taste. Malic acid is mainly used in food and industry.
Specification of Malic Acid:
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Standard
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Appearance
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White crystals or crystalline powder
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Assay
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99.0 - 100.5%
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Specific Rotation
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-0.10 o --- +0.10 o
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Residue on ignition
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0.10% max
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Water-insoluble substance
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0.1% max
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Fumaric Acid
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1.0% max
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Maleic Acid
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0.05% max
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Heavy metals(as Pb)
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10 ppm max
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Arsenic(As)
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4 ppm max
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(1) In food industry: it can be used in the processing and concoction of beverage, liqueur, fruit juice and the manufacture of
candy and jam etc. It also has effects of bacteria inhibition and antisepsis and can remove tartrate during wine brewing.
(2) In tobacco industry: malic acid derivative (such as esters) can improve the aroma of tobacco.
(3)In pharmaceutical industry: the troches and syrup compounded with malic acid have fruit taste and can facilitate their
absorption and diffusion in the body.
(4) Daily chemical industry: as a good complexing agent, it can be used for toothpaste formula, spice synthesis formulas and so on. It also can be used as a deodorant and detergent ingredient.
Package :25kg Bags or 25kg Fiber Drum
Storage Kept in a light-proof, well-closed, dry and cool place