Product Overview

DL-Malic Acid is a naturally occurring dicarboxylic acid, commercially produced through fermentation or synthesis, that delivers a uniquely smooth and persistent sourness. With its excellent solubility, effective chelating capacity, and full biodegradability, it serves as a versatile functional ingredient across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

Key Characteristics & Benefits

Organoleptic Advantages

• Smooth & Lingering Tartness: Provides a more sustained sour profile compared to citric acid

• Flavor Synergy: Blends effectively with other acidulants to create rounded, complex flavor profiles

• Low Metallic Aftertaste: Ideal for reduced-sugar and neutral-pH formulations

Functional Performance

• High Solubility: Rapid dissolution in aqueous systems

• Strong Chelation: Effective binding of metal ions (Ca²⁺, Fe²⁺/³⁺, Mg²⁺)

• pH Control: Efficient acidification across various applications

• Biodegradability: Environmentally compatible profile

Applications & Technical Uses

Food & Beverage Industry

• Acidulant & Flavor Modifier:

  • Fruit-flavored beverages, energy drinks, and juice blends

  • Sugar-free confectionery, gelatin desserts, and fruit preparations

  • Dairy products including yogurt and flavored milk

• Preservation & Quality Enhancement:

  • Extends shelf life in dressings, sauces, and marinades

  • Inhibits browning in processed fruits and vegetables

  • Enhances flavor impact in low-sodium products

• Specialized Applications:

  • Synergistic acid blends with citric, tartaric, or fumaric acids

  • Masking agent for high-intensity sweeteners and minerals

  • Leavening system component in baked goods

Industrial & Chemical Applications

• Cleaning & Descaling:

  • Environmentally friendly detergent formulations

  • Industrial equipment descalers and rust removers

  • Hard surface cleaners and sanitizers

• Water Treatment:

  • pH regulation in cooling towers and boilers

  • Corrosion inhibitor in industrial water systems

  • Scale prevention in process equipment

• Metal Surface Treatment:

  • Complexing agent in electroplating baths

  • Metal finishing and pretreatment processes

  • Promotes adhesion and surface quality

Pharmaceutical & Healthcare

• Formulation Component:

  • pH adjustment in oral solutions and topical preparations

  • Excipient in effervescent tablet systems

  • Stabilizer in liquid and solid dosage forms

• Functional Additive:

  • Enhances dissolution of active ingredients

  • Chelating agent in diagnostic reagents

  • Intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis

Cosmetics & Personal Care

• Product Enhancement:

  • pH adjustment in shampoos and skin care products

  • Mild exfoliant in facial cleansers and treatments

  • Preservative booster in various formulations

• Skin Benefits:

  • Helps improve skin texture and clarity

  • Contributes to product freshness and stability

Environmental & Sustainable Applications

• Green Chemistry:

  • Biodegradable cleaning product formulations

  • Alternative to phosphates in detergents

  • Intermediate in sustainable chemical synthesis

• Animal Nutrition:

  • Flavor enhancer in feed formulations

  • Acidifier in animal health products

Technical Specifications

Quality & Safety

Regulatory Status

• Food Grade: Complies with FCC, JECFA standards

• Global Approvals: EU, US FDA, and other international regulations

• Safety Data: Comprehensive toxicological profile available

Certifications & Compliance

• ISO 9001 Quality Management System

• HALAL and KOSHER certification available

• FSSC 22000 for food safety management

Why Choose Our DL-Malic Acid?

Quality Assurance

• Consistent purity and performance

• Rigorous quality control protocols

• Full traceability and documentation

Technical Support

• Application development assistance

• Customized blending and formulation guidance

• Regulatory compliance support

Supply Chain Reliability

• Global manufacturing capability

• Flexible packaging solutions

• Stable and reliable supply