Malic Acid 1 Lb Pack 
FCC/ USP/ Food Grade

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Description: 

Malic acid is an organic compound with the formula HO2CCH2CHOHCO2H. It is a dicarboxylic acid that is made by all living organisms, contributes to the pleasantly sour taste of fruits, and is used as a food additive. Malic acid has two stereoisomeric forms (L- and D-enantiomers), though only the L-isomer exists naturally. The salts andesters of malic acid are known as malates. The malate anion is an intermediate in the citric acid cycle.

Uses:

Malic acid contributes to the sourness of green apples. It is present in grapes and in most wines with concentrations sometimes as high as 5 g/l. It confers a tart taste to wine, although the amount decreases with increasing fruit ripeness. The taste of malic acid is very clear and pure in rhubarb, a plant for which it is the primary flavor.

 Malic acid occurs naturally in all fruits and many vegetables, and is generated in fruit metabolism.

Malic acid, when added to food products, is denoted by E number E296. Malic acid is the source of extreme tartness in USA-produced confectionery, the so-called extreme candy. It is also used with or in place of the less sour citric acid in sour sweets. These sweets are sometimes labeled with a warning stating that excessive consumption can cause irritation of the mouth. It is approved for use as a food additive in the EU, USA and Australia and New Zealand (where it is listed by its INS number 296).


Our Chemical Products are shipped with current globally harmonized Safety Data Sheets and Labeling. Quantities smaller than original package are carefully repackaged and sealed in smaller Foil, Plastic, or HDPE containers. Packaging is designed to minimize shipping costs and give you the best possible value for your compounds, craft making, toiletries and soaps. Shipments are classified ORM-D when applicable. Our packaging meets all US DOT specifications and our shipments are all made with reliable licensed carriers to deliver your high quality product in a timely manner.

Grade Definitions applied by manufacturer to original package are as follows:

U.S.P. / Food Grade:  A chemical grade of sufficient purity to meet or exceed requirements of the United States Pharmacopeia (USP); acceptable for food, drug, or medicinal use; may be used for most laboratory purposes.

A.C.S.:  A chemical grade of highest purity and meets or exceeds purity standards set by American Chemical Society (ACS).

Reagent:  High purity generally equal to A.C.S. grade and suitable for use in many laboratory and analytical applications.

Technical:  Good quality chemical grade used for commercial and industrial purposes. Not pure enough to be offered for food, drug, or medicinal use.

N.F.:  A grade of sufficient purity to meet or exceed requirements of the United States National Formulary. (Since bought out and merged with the United States Pharmacopeia, USP-NF.)

Lab:  A chemical grade of relatively high quality with exact levels of impurities unknown; usually pure enough for educational applications. Not pure enough to be offered for food, drug, or medicinal use.

Purified:  Also called pure or practical grade, and indicates good quality chemicals meeting no official standard; can be used in most cases for educational applications. Not pure enough to be offered for food, drug, or medicinal use.

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