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Malic Acid is an organic acid found in fruits, especially apples, and used as a food additive, preservative, and in the production of beverages.
- Food Industry: Used as an acidulant and flavor enhancer in food products.
- Beverages: Applied in fruit drinks, soft drinks, and wine production.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used in the formulation of drugs and supplements.
- Cosmetics: Used in skin care formulations as an exfoliant.
Appearance
White crystalline solid
Odor
Odorless
Molecular Formula
C4H6O5
Molecular Weight
134.09 g/mol
Melting Point
130 °C
Density
1.61 g/cm³
Solubility
Soluble in water
Flash Point
Not applicable
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions
IUPAC Name
2-hydroxybutanedioic acid
Summenformel
C4H6O5
Molekulargewicht
134.09 g/mol g/mol
SMILES
C(C(C(=O)O)O)C(=O)O
InChIKey
BJEPYKJPYRNKOW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H315 Causes skin irritation
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
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