L-(-)-Malic acid
Agent Name
L-(-)-Malic acid
CAS Number
97-67-6
Formula
C4-H6-O5
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Hydroxysuccinnic acid (-); Malic acid L-(-)-form; (-)-Hydroxysuccinic acid; (-)-Malic acid; (2S)-2-Hydroxybutanedioic acid; 2-Hydroxybutanedioic acid, (S)-; Apple acid; Butanedioic acid, hydroxy-, (S)-; Hydroxybutanedioic acid, (S)-; Malic acid, L-; S-(-)-Malic acid; S-2-Hydroxybutanedioic acid; Butanedioic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (2S)-; Butanedioic acid, hydroxy-, (2S)-; L-Malic acid; (-)-1-Hydroxy-1,2-ethanedicarboxylic acid; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Organic Acids
Description
Solid; [Merck Index] White powder; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
The naturally occurring form of malic acid present in apples and other plants; Used as a chemical intermediate, chelating agent, buffering agent, flavoring agent, and acidulant for foods; [Merck Index] Used as a flavoring agent, antimicrobial agent, pH control agent, and synergist for foods; [FDA]
Comments
Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [JECFA] A skin and strong eye irritant; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Malic acid."
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