DL-Malic acid

ALDRICH/W265501 - 99%

Synonym: (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid; DL-Hydroxybutanedioic acid

CAS Number: 6915-15-7
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C₄H₆O₅
Molecular Weight: 134.09
EC Number: 230-022-8
MDL Number: MFCD00064212
Linear Formula: HO₂CCH₂CH(OH)CO₂H
Product Type: Chemical

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application(s)	flavors and fragrances
assay	99%
autoignition temp.	644 °F
biological source	synthetic
documentation	see Safety & Documentation for available documents
food allergen	no known allergens
grade	Kosher
InChI	1S/C4H6O5/c5-2(4(8)9)1-3(6)7/h2,5H,1H2,(H,6,7)(H,8,9)
InChI key	BJEPYKJPYRNKOW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
mp	131-133 °C (lit.)
organoleptic	odorless
Quality Level	400
reg. compliance	FDA 21 CFR 1084.1069
	FDA 21 CFR 117
SMILES string	OC(CC(O)=O)C(O)=O
solubility	H₂O: soluble 646.6 g/L at 20 °C
vapor density	4.6 (vs air)
vapor pressure	<0.1 mmHg ( 20 °C)

Application:	Tetra-Ln(3+)-Implanted Tellurotungstates Covalently Modified by dl-Malic Acid: Proton Conduction and Photochromic Properties.: This innovative study showcases dl-Malic acid as a key component in the synthesis of advanced tellurotungstates, contributing to notable enhancements in proton conduction and photochromic properties, which are critical for applications in smart materials and sensors (Niu et al., 2024 ). Direct regeneration of spent LiFePO(4) materials via a green and economical one-step hydrothermal process.: dl-Malic acid is utilized in a green chemistry approach for the direct regeneration of lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) materials, demonstrating a sustainable pathway for battery recycling and highlighting its importance in promoting environmental sustainability (Yang et al., 2023 ). Chitin Extracted from the Shell of Blue Swimming Crabs (Portunus pelagicus Linn.) Inhibits NF-kappaB p65 in Ethanol-Induced Gastric Ulcerative Wistar Rats.: In this research, dl-Malic acid serves as a catalyst in the extraction and functional activity testing of chitin, which is shown to have significant anti-inflammatory effects, suggesting its potential in pharmaceutical applications (Amelia et al., 2023 ). Manganese-Titanium Mixed Ion Sieves for the Selective Adsorption of Lithium Ions from an Artificial Salt Lake Brine.: Highlighting the application of dl-Malic acid in the synthesis of ion-exchange materials, this study points towards its utility in enhancing the selective adsorption properties of manganese-titanium mixed ion sieves, crucial for lithium recovery from brines (Ding et al., 2023 ).
Disclaimer:	For R&D or non-EU Food use. Not for retail sale.
General description:	DL-Malic acid is mainly used as an acidulant in the food industry.
Packaging:	1 kg in poly bottle
Packaging:	5, 10 kg in fiber drum

Symbol	GHS07
Signal word	Warning
Hazard statements	H319
Precautionary statements	P264 - P280 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P337 + P313
Hazard Codes	Xi
Risk Statements	36
Safety Statements	26
RIDADR	NONH for all modes of transport
WGK Germany	WGK 3
Flash Point(F)	397.4 °F
Flash Point(C)	203 °C

Purity	99%
mp	131-133 °C (lit.)
FEMA Number	2655
UNSPSC	12164502

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