Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
6915-15-7
Molecular Formula
C4H6O5
Molecular Weight
134.10 g/mol
Synonym

(2RS)-2-Hydroxybutanedioic acid;DL-Malic Acid;2-Hydroxysuccinic Acid; (2RS)-2-Hydroxybutanedioic Acid; DL-Hydroxysuccinic Acid; 2-Hydroxybutanedioic Acid; (+/-)-Malic Acid; 2-Hydroxyethane-1,2-dicarboxylic Acid; DL-Malic Acid; Deoxytetraric Acid; α-Hydroxysuccinic Acid

Keywords
Miscellaneous compounds
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Malic acid is a naturally occurring organic acid found in many fruits, especially apples. It has the chemical formula C₄H₆O₅ and gives fruits their sour taste. Malic acid is widely used in the food industry as a flavoring agent and acidity regulator, and it is also used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.