Malic Acid — Bulk Food Grade
Malic Acid (DL-Malic Acid, E296) is a dicarboxylic organic acid presented as a white crystalline powder with a clean, tart, persistent sour taste distinct from citric acid. Preferred by food and beverage manufacturers for its smooth, long-lasting acidity in confectionery, beverages, and fruit-flavoured applications.
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Technical Specifications
- CAS Number
- 6915-15-7
- Purity / Grade
- 99.0-100.5% (FCC Food Grade)
- E-Number
- E296
- Mesh / Particle Size
- On a US mesh screen #25 (710 micron) - 1% max; Through a US mesh screen #100 (150 micron) - 5% max
- Appearance
- White or nearly white crystals with a smooth tart taste
- Residue on ignition / Ash
- 0.1% max
- Lead (Pb)
- 2 mg/kg max
Common Uses
- Acidity regulator and flavour enhancer in beverages and carbonated drinks
- Sour flavouring agent in confectionery, sour candy, and chewing gum
- pH adjuster in fruit preparations, jams, and preserves
- Synergistic acidulant in blends with citric acid for complex taste profiles
- Ingredient in effervescent tablet and powdered drink mix formulations
Specifications
- CAS: 6915-15-7
- E Number: E296
- Appearance: White crystalline powder
- Solubility: Freely soluble in water; soluble in ethanol
- Grade: Food grade
- Purity: High purity
- Available formats: 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg
Sold in bulk. Store in a cool, dry place.
⚖️ Legal & Safety Information
The products sold on this website are food-grade ingredients intended for use in food and beverage formulation. They are sold as raw materials and are not sold as finished dietary supplements, natural health products, or medicines. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to ensure regulatory compliance of any finished product. These ingredients are not pre-portioned for individual consumption. Nothing on this site constitutes medical or nutritional advice.
Some ingredients in this category are regulated as permitted food additives under the Food and Drug Regulations, with permitted uses and maximum levels established by regulation. It is the buyer’s responsibility to determine the regulatory status of this ingredient and to ensure compliance of any finished product. Not intended for direct consumption in its concentrated form.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order quantity?
No minimum — order Malic Acid — Bulk Food Grade from 1 kg to test your formulation, with bulk formats up to 25 kg for production.
Do you ship across Canada?
Yes. We ship from Quebec to every Canadian province — no customs or import fees.
Is this ingredient food grade?
Yes, all LiquidShop ingredients are food grade, intended for beverage and food manufacturing.
How should I test it before scaling to production?
Start with a 1 kg format to bench-test Malic Acid — Bulk Food Grade in your formulation, then scale up to bulk once validated.