Description

L-Malic Acid is a naturally occurring dicarboxylic acid that serves as a key intermediate in the Krebs cycle and a versatile acidulant in industrial formulations. Its clean, smooth, and persistent sour taste profile makes it a superior alternative to citric acid in many applications, offering enhanced flavor synergy and improved microbial stability. This high-purity ingredient is essential for manufacturers in the food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries seeking precise acidity control and natural labeling.

Application

• Food & Beverage: Primary use as an acidulant and flavor enhancer in fruit-flavored drinks, candies, jams, and low-calorie products for a more natural taste profile.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate, an excipient in effervescent tablets, and a component in topical formulations for skin conditioning.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an α-hydroxy acid (AHA) in skin care products for exfoliation and moisturization, and as a pH adjuster in shampoos and lotions.
• Industrial Chemistry: Serves as a chiral building block for organic synthesis, a metal chelating agent, and a component in electroplating and cleaning solutions.
• Animal Feed: Utilized as a feed additive to improve palatability and support digestive health in livestock.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Malic Acid
CAS No.	97-67-6
Molecular Formula	C4H6O5
Molecular Weight	134.09 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Malic Acid; L-(-)-Malic Acid; (S)-(-)-Hydroxysuccinic Acid; (S)-Malic Acid; Apple Acid; Food Acid E296; HYDROXYBUTANEDIOIC ACID; (2S)-2-Hydroxybutanedioic Acid
EINECS	202-601-5

Quality Control

Our L-Malic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. It can be manufactured to meet various pharmacopeial standards including USP, EP, JP, and FCC for food grade applications. Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) verifying identity, purity, and safety parameters. We ensure full traceability and compliance with relevant global regulations such as REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the original container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent caking and degradation due to moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or almost white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	98.5% - 101.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	-1.6° to -2.6°
Water	≤ 2.0% (Karl Fischer)
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Fumaric Acid	≤ 1.0%
Maleic Acid	≤ 0.05%
Microbiological Control	As per applicable grade standard

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.