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MOQ : 1 Kilograms

Dl-Malic Acid Specification

Properties
Colorless, crystalline powder; highly soluble in water

Purity
>99%

CAS No
617-48-1

Smell
Odorless

Application
Food additive, acidity regulator, preservative, pharmaceutical intermediate

Shelf Life
24 Months

Shape
Crystalline

Density
1.60 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

EINECS No
210-514-9

Usage
Used in beverages, candies, bakery products, pharmaceuticals

Grade
Food/Pharmaceutical Grade

Product Type
Organic Acid

Physical Form
Powder

Storage
Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, keep container tightly closed

HS Code
29181990

Taste
Sour

Melting Point
127C

Molecular Formula
C4H6O5

Molecular Weight
134.09 g/mol

Structural Formula
HOOC-CH2-CHOH-COOH

Appearance
White crystalline powder

Solubility
Freely soluble in water

Ingredients
Dl-Malic Acid

Poisonous
NO

Ph Level
2.3 (1% solution)

Heavy Metals
<10 ppm

pKa
3.46 (1st), 5.10 (2nd)

Stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions

Transport Information
Not restricted as dangerous goods

Boiling Point
Decomposes before boiling

Allergen Information
Free from known allergens

Microbial Limits
Meets food/pharma standards

Loss on Drying
<1.0%

IUPAC Name
2-Hydroxybutanedioic acid

Packaging
25 kg bags/drums

Dl-Malic Acid Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
1 Kilograms

Supply Ability
1 Kilograms Per Week

Delivery Time
1 Week

About Dl-Malic Acid

Dl-Malic Acid

CAS No. 617-48-1
Molecular Formula : C4H6O5
Molecular Weight: 134.09
mp : 131-133 °C(lit.)
density : 1,609 g/cm3
vapor density : 4.6 (vs air)
vapor pressure : <0.1 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
FEMA : 2655
Fp : 203°C
solubility : methanol: 0.1 g/mL, clear, colorless
Appearance : white crystalline powder

Versatile Applications

Dl-Malic Acid serves as an acidity regulator, preservative, and intermediate across multiple industries. Its highly soluble nature and potent sour profile enhance taste and quality in beverages, candies, baked goods, and pharmaceuticals, making it indispensable to food and pharma formulations.

Safety and Quality Assurance

With a purity above 99% and rigorous compliance to food and pharmaceutical microbial specifications, Dl-Malic Acid is free from known allergens and heavy metals (less than 10 ppm). It is non-poisonous, odorless, and maintains property stability when stored properly, ensuring consumer safety and reliable performance.

Effortless Handling and Storage

Packaged in secure 25 kg bags or drums, Dl-Malic Acid is not classified as dangerous goods for transportation, enabling straightforward logistics. Maintained in cool, dry, and ventilated environments with the container tightly sealed, it offers a lengthy shelf life of 24 months and preserves its vital characteristics.

FAQs of Dl-Malic Acid:

Q: How should Dl-Malic Acid be stored to maintain its quality?

A: Dl-Malic Acid should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area with the container tightly closed. This ensures its stability and extends its shelf life to 24 months.

Q: What are the common uses of Dl-Malic Acid in food and pharmaceuticals?

A: Dl-Malic Acid functions as an acidity regulator, preservative, and flavor enhancer in products like beverages, candies, baked goods, and in pharmaceutical intermediates. Its high solubility and sour taste make it ideal for these applications.

Q: When is Dl-Malic Acid recommended for use in manufacturing processes?

A: Dl-Malic Acid is recommended when a controlled sour profile or acidity regulation is needed, such as in the formulation of food additives, preservatives, or pharmaceutical compounds. Its high purity and safety standards suit critical production requirements.

Q: Where can Dl-Malic Acid be purchased in India and how is it packaged?

A: Dl-Malic Acid is available through distributors, exporters, importers, manufacturers, retailers, suppliers, traders, and wholesalers across India. It is packaged in 25 kg bags or drums for ease of handling and transportation.

Q: What are the benefits of using Dl-Malic Acid in formulations?

A: Benefits include enhanced taste (sourness), reliable acidity control, excellent solubility, safety (free from allergens and heavy metals), and compliance with food and pharma standards. Its stable nature also ensures consistent quality over its shelf life.

Q: Is Dl-Malic Acid considered hazardous or poisonous during transport or use?

A: Dl-Malic Acid is not classified as dangerous goods for transport and is non-poisonous when used as directed in approved food and pharmaceutical applications.

Q: What process ensures the purity and safety of Dl-Malic Acid?

A: Dl-Malic Acid is manufactured and tested to meet purity above 99%, with heavy metals below 10 ppm and compliance with strict microbial limits, ensuring safety for food and pharmaceutical uses.

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