Malic Acid (E296) Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- E296
- INS 296
- Asid Malik
- Apple Acid
Malic acid supplier for food, beverage, personal-care, pharmaceutical and technical manufacturers. Also called E296, INS 296, asid malik, apple acid and hydroxybutanedioic acid, this white crystalline organic acid is selected for a clean, persistent tart taste and for pH control in formulated products.
Commercial grades include L-malic acid, the natural single enantiomer, and DL-malic acid, the racemic form widely used as a food acidulant. Both are typically supplied as free-flowing white powder that is highly soluble in water. Buyers should state the required isomer, mesh and specification when enquiring.
Food and beverage processors use malic acid in fruit juices, soft drinks, confectionery, jams and dry mixes where longer-lasting acidity on the palate is wanted. Personal-care formulators may use suitable grades as a mild alpha-hydroxy acid for exfoliation and pH adjustment, while pharmaceutical and technical buyers use selected grades as excipients or chelating aids.
Send the required isomer or grade, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 6915-15-7
- Formula
- C4H6O5
- Grade
- food, industrial
- Appearance
- white crystalline powder
Malic Acid grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-malic acid | white crystalline powder | — | Food and beverage acidulant where the natural L-enantiomer is preferred for flavour, labelling or formulation match. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| DL-malic acid | white crystalline powder | — | Racemic food acidulant for beverages, confectionery and other formulated products where DL-malic acid is specified. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy malic acid from ChemTrade
Request a quote for malic acid
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | white crystalline powder | — |
| Solubility | highly soluble in water | — |
| Taste profile | clean, persistent tart acidity relative to citric acid in many recipes | — |
| Grade controls | assay, moisture, heavy metals, residual solvents and mesh size confirmed against the required food or industrial grade | — |
Malic Acid applications
Safety and handling
- Classification
- irritant
Keep sealed in a cool, dry place away from incompatible substances. May irritate skin or eyes; handle with gloves and eye protection and rinse with water on contact.
Common questions about malic acid
What is the difference between L-malic acid and DL-malic acid?
L-malic acid is the single natural enantiomer commonly preferred for some food, flavour and labelling needs. DL-malic acid is the racemic mixture used widely as a food acidulant. State which isomer your specification requires so the quotation can match the grade.
Is malic acid suitable for beverages and confectionery?
Food-grade malic acid is widely used as an acidulant in fruit juices, soft drinks, candies and related products. It is often chosen where a cleaner, more persistent sour taste than citric acid is wanted. Suitability depends on the recipe and target specification, so describe the application when enquiring.
What is asid malik and is it the same as malic acid?
Yes. Asid malik is the Malay name for malic acid, also known as E296, INS 296, apple acid and hydroxybutanedioic acid. The isomer, grade and mesh still need to be stated for a precise quotation.
What specifications should a buyer provide for malic acid?
State L- or DL- isomer, intended application and any limits for assay, moisture, heavy metals, particle size and documentation. If a formulation is already in production, include the current specification so the requested grade can be matched more closely.
Can documentation and packing be requested with the quotation?
Yes. List the required product documents and preferred pack format in the enquiry. Available documentation, packing and commercial details are confirmed for the quoted grade.
What details are needed for a malic acid price enquiry?
Provide the isomer or grade, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location. Mention any preferred pack format, documentation needs and required timing so the quotation can address the complete requirement.