About Malic Acid, FCC Grade
Malic Acid, also known as DL-Malic Acid, 2-Hydroxysuccinic Acid has the chemical formula C4H6O5. It appears as a colorless to nearly white crystalline powder or triclinic crystals. It has a characteristic odor with a sour taste. It is highly soluble in Ethanol, Methanol, Ether, and Acetone. Lab Alley’s Malic Acid is highly pure and plays a key role as a fundamental metabolite and food acidity regulator. An FCC Grade chemical is the one that conforms to the criteria of the Food Chemicals Codex (FCC). A substance that has received the FCC Grade can be used in food, drug, or medical applications.
Malic Acid is used in carbonated beverages, chewing gum, fruit fillings, hard candy, hair conditioners, exfoliant scrubs, facial cleaners, and body wash.
Common Uses and Applications
- Flavoring agent
- Chelating agent
- Fragrance ingredient
Industries
Chemistry Table
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6915-15-7 |
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C4H6O5 |
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134.09 |
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DL-malic acid, 2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, 2-Hydroxybutanedioic acid, Malate, Butanedioic acid, Hydroxy-hydroxysuccinic acid, Pomalus acid |
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525 |
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FCC Grade |
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Min. 99% |
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Maleic Acid |
|
2215 |
Malic Acid, FCC Grade Specifications
| Assay |
NLT 99.0 - 100.5% |
| Fumaric Acid |
NMT 1.0% |
| Malleic Acid |
NMT 0.05% |
| Melting Point |
127 - 132 OC |
| Water Insolubles |
NMT 0.1% |
| Specific Rotation |
-0.1 to +0.1 |
| Malate |
Positive |
| Residue on Ignition/Ash |
NMT 0.1% |
| Arsenic |
NMT 3 ppm |
| Lead |
NMT 2 ppm |
| Mercury |
NMT 1 ppm |
| Heavy Metals |
NMT 10 ppm |
| Mesh Size |
On #25 Mesh <=10% Through #100 <=5% |
Safety and Shipping Information
Please contact us to request a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and Certificate of Analysis (COA) for Malic Acid, FCC Grade.
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