DL-Malic Acid

Identification:

Chemical Name: DL-Malic acid

Synonyms: Äpfelsäure ;DL-hydroxy butanedioic acid; Malicacidpfelsure;

CAS No.: 6915-15-7; 617-48-1

Molecular Formula: C4H6O5

E-Code: E296

Properties: White or nearly white, crystalline powder or granules having a strong acid taste.

Specifications:

Assay: 99.0%-100.5%

Fumaric Acid: 1.0%Max

Maleic Acid: 0.05%Max

Arsenic(as As): 2mg/kg Max

Lead: 2mg/kg Max

Water-insoluble Matter: 0.1%Max

Application:

DL-Malic acid can be used as an acidulant in cool drinks (including lactobacillus drinks, milk drinks, carbonated drinks, cola), frozen foods (including sherbet and ice cream),processed foods (including wine and mayonnaise). It is used as color-keeper and antiseptic of juice. It is also used as emulsion stabilizer of egg yolk. DL-Malic acid also can be used as pharmaceutical intermediate, cosmetic, rinse, metal cleaner, buffering agent, retarder in textile industry, fluorescent whitening agent of polyester fibre.

Packing Storage:

25KG net in Kraft/Plastic Bag lined with PE bag.

Kept air tightly in a light-proof, dry and cool place.