Malic Acid Food Grade is an organic compound with a molecular formula of C4H6O5. It is a naturally occurring dicarboxylic acid that is the source of sweet and sour fruits. L-Malic Acid exists in the juice of immature hawthorn, apple and grape fruits. It is an important intermediate product of human bodys internal circulation and is easily absorbed by the body. Therefore, it is widely used in food, cosmetics and health products as a food additive and functional food with excellent performance.
| Product Name | Malic Acid |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| CAS NO. | 97-67-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H6O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 134.0874 |
| Grade | Food Grade |
| EINECS No | 202-601-5 |
| Shelf life | 2 years |
| Storage conditions | Store in cool & dry place, Keep away from strong light and heat. |
| ANALYSIS | SPECIFICATION | RESULTS |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder | Complies |
| Odor | Characteristic | Complies |
| Tasted | Characteristic | Complies |
| Assay | 99% | Complies |
| Sieve Analysis | 100% pass 80 mesh | Complies |
| Loss on Drying | 5% Max. | 1.02% |
| Sulphated Ash | 5% Max. | 1.30% |
| Extract Solvent | Ethanol & Water | Complies |
| Heavy Metal | 5ppm Max | Complies |
| As | 2ppm Max | Complies |
| Residual Solvents | 0.05% Max. | Negative |
| Microbiology | ||
| Total Plate Count | 1000/g Max | Complies |
| Yeast & Mold | 100/g Max | Complies |
| E.Coli | Negative | Complies |
| Salmonella | Negative | Complies |