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Malic Acid

Hydroxybutanedioic acid

Hydroxybutanedioic acid, E296

Malic Acid is a naturally occurring organic acid found in fruits such as apples, grapes, peaches, and plums, renowned for its clean, smooth, and long-lasting tart flavour profile. Widely used in the food, beverage, nutraceutical, and personal care industries, it functions as an acidulant, flavour enhancer, pH regulator, and chelating agent, helping to improve taste, stability, and product performance. Malic Acid distinctive sourness makes it particularly popular in soft drinks, confectionery, fruit-flavoured products, and powdered formulations, where it delivers a balanced acidity without overpowering flavours. 

Packaging options:

25kg bags

Chemical Formula

C 4 H 6 O 5

CAS Number

617-48-1

EC Number

210-514-9

UK Malic Acid Supplier:
We are a UK distributor of Malic Acid.

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