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Malic Acid is a naturally occurring organic acid, often referred to by its chemical name, hydroxysuccinic acid. With a molecular formula of C4H6O5 and a molecular weight of 134.09, this compound has versatile applications. It is cataloged under different CAS numbers based on its optical rotation:
L-(-)-malic acid: CAS number 97-67-6, representing its naturally occurring, left-handed form.
Dl-malic acid: CAS No. 6915-15-7, known as the synthetic, racemic mixture form.
Malic acid boasts a myriad of uses across diverse industries such as food, medicine, and chemical sectors, offering benefits like acid regulation, antioxidant properties, and metal ion chelation.
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L Malic Acid
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DL Malic Acid
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Standard
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Standard
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Assay(C4H6O5):
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≥99.0%
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Assay( C4H6O5):
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99.0%~100.5%
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Specific Rotation[α]D20ºC:
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-1.6°~-2.6°
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Specific Rotation[α]D25ºC
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-0.10°~+0.10°
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Residue on Ignition:
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≤0.10%
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Arsenic(as As):
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≤2mg/kg
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Clarity test:
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Qualified
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Lead(as Pb):
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≤2mg/kg
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Sulfate (as SO4):
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≤0.02%
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Residue on Ignition:
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≤0.1%
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Chloride(as Cl):
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≤0.004%
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Fumaric acid:
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≤1.0%
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Fumaric acid:
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≤0.5%
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Maleic acid:
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≤0.05%
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Maleic acid:
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≤0.05%
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Water insoluble matter:
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≤0.1%
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Application field
Food Industry:
Recognized as an acidifier (E296), it's incorporated into beverages, candies, jams, and more to imbue them with a rich, natural fruit acidity.
It serves as a citric acid alternative in effervescent tablets and mouthwashes, effectively masking bitterness while enhancing the overall mouthfeel.
Medical field:
Used as intermediates in the synthesis of chiral compounds, such as alpha-amino protective reagents.
Functions as an excipient for treating liver disorders, burns, and ulcers, with flexible administration options, including oral consumption or injection.
Chemical & Daily Chemicals:
Integral in the creation of polyester resin, fluorescent whitening agents, and chelating agents.
Applied in cosmetics as a reliable pH regulator and antioxidant.
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