DL-Malic Acid
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Molecular Structure
Detailed Description
Product name
DL-Malic acid
Synonyms
DL-Hydroxysuccinic acid; DL-2-Hydroxybutanedioic acid
CAS No.
6915-15-7 (617-48-1)
EINECS
230-022-8
Molecular formula
C4H6O5
Molecular weight
134.09
Appearance
White or off-white crystalline powder
Melting point
130-132 oC
Boiling point
306.4 °C at 760 mmHg
Density
1.641 g/cm3
Specific Rotation
-0.10~ +0.10
Heavy metals
10ppm max
Residue on Ignition
0.02% max
Fumaric Acid
1.0% max
Maleic Acid
0.05% max
Water-insoluble Matter
0.05% max
Ash
0.02% max
Moisture
0.3% max
Arsenic
1ppm max
Assay
99% min
Packing
1Kg/bag;25Kg/drum or as demand
Application
Pharmaceutical Intermediates