Malic Acid
Malic Acid is an organic chemical compound that occurs in every living organism. It is also found in fruits and is responsible for their sour taste. The word ‘malic’ in its name is derived from a Latin word meaning ‘apple’, as it is found mainly in apples. Malic Acid can also be obtained synthetically – on an industrial scale it is produced by the double hydration of maleic anhydride. As a food additive, it is an antioxidant or acidulant known as E296.
Technical aspects
Malic Acid comes in the form of a white crystalline solid. It is practically odorless, but has a sour taste. Malic Acid is highly soluble in water, acetone and ethanol. Due to its properties, it can be used as a preservative, acidity regulator, color stabilizer and flavor enhancer.
| Physical and chemical properties | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or nearly white crystalline powder or granules |
| Melting range | 127-132 °C |
| Test for malate | Passes test |
| Sulphated ash | Not more than 0.1% |
| Fumaric acid | Not more than 1.0% |
| Maleic acid | Not more than 0.05% |
| Arsenic | Not more than 3 mg/kg |
| Lead | Not more than 2 mg/kg |
| Mercury | Not more than 1 mg/kg |
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Storage period
The shelf life of Malic Acid is two years.
Packaging
Foodcom supplies its Business Partners with Malic Acid in 25 kg bags.
Application
Malic Acid is mostly used in the food industry. It is added to carbonated and non-carbonated beverages to improve their fruit flavor. It also improves the taste of acidified dairy products. Malic Acid imparts a unique sour taste to sweets, such as candies. It is also found in jams, jellies and fruit fillings.
Malic Acid can also be applied as an ingredient in the manufacture of cosmetics. It has a strong moisturizing effect. Malic Acid also has excellent lightening and softening properties for skincare products. That is why it is an ingredient of peelings, hair shampoos or creams. In the pharmaceutical industry, Malic Acid is used in throat lozenges or cough syrups to improve the taste of fruits and soften the taste effect of active ingredients.
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