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Acidifier
organic acid : | malic acid |
CAS | 6915-15-7 |
Food Industry: Malic acid is used as a flavoring agent and preservative in foods. It has high solubility in water even at low temperatures, which makes it suitable for use in a variety of food products. It can be used in fortified beverages, frozen and refrigerated items, oils, pectin gels, candies, and biofilms due to its characteristics such as calcium chelating, buffer texturizer, and antioxidant properties.
Pharmaceuticals: Malic acid is used in pharmaceuticals and has been tested for therapeutic effects in various conditions. It is also used as a component of adhesives in indirect food additives.
Cosmetics: In cosmetics, malic acid is used as a buffering agent and can be found in various products for personal care.
Chemical Synthesis: Malic acid is an intermediate in the citric acid cycle and is used in chemical synthesis. It can be converted into citric acid and is used as a chelating agent, metal cleaner, electroplating chemical, acidulant, discoloration inhibitor, and antioxidant for fats and oils.
Agriculture: Malic acid is used as a preservative in animal feeds.
Environmental Applications: It is used as an inert ingredient in non-food pesticide products.