L-Malic Acid E296 Food Grade CAS 97-67-6
L-Malic Acid is a natural food acidulant with a smooth and refreshing sour taste. It is widely used in beverages, confectionery, fruit products, and other food applications to enhance flavor and regulate acidity.
Description
L-Malic Acid
| Product Name | L-Malic Acid |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | L-2-Hydroxybutanedioic acid |
| Synonyms | L-malic acid, malic acid (L-form), hydroxybutanedioic acid |
| CAS Registry Number | 97-67-6 |
| E-Number | E296 |
| EINECS No. | 202-601-5 |
| INCI Name | Malic Acid |
| Chemical Formula | C4H6O5 |
| Molecular Mass | 134.09 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Packaging | Kraft paper bags, PP woven bags, or customized packaging |
| Net Weight | 25 kg / 50 lbs / 500 kg / 1000 kg (customizable) |
Product Introduction
L-malic acid powder is a white, water-soluble crystalline organic acid with CAS number 97-67-6. It is the L-form of malic acid, which occurs naturally in apples and other fruits. Used as a food acidulant and acidity regulator, it provides a pleasant, lingering sour taste, complements fruit flavors and helps adjust pH. Bluewise supplies food-grade L-malic acid powder for food and beverage formulation and bulk sourcing.
Applications
- Beverages: Provides tartness and acidity adjustment in fruit-flavored drinks, soft drinks and sports beverages.
- Confectionery: Adds a lingering sour taste to hard candies, gummies and other fruit-flavored sweets.
- Fruit Preparations: Helps balance sweetness and acidity in jams, fruit fillings and fruit-based desserts.
- Powdered Drink Mixes: Supplies acidity and complements fruity flavors when the mix is dissolved.
- Sauces and Dressings: Adds tanginess and supports pH adjustment in sauces, dressings and seasoning formulations.
