L-(-)-Malic acid

CAS: 97-67-6

Ref. 3D-FM25004

Product Information

• Name: L-(-)-Malic acid
• Synonyms: (2S)-2-Hydroxybutanedioic acid, (-)-(S)-Malic acid, (-)-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Malic acid, (-)-Hydroxysuccinic acid, (-)-L-Malic acid, (-)-Malic acid, (2S)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, (2S)-Malic acid, (S)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Apple acid, Acide L-malique, Apple acid, Butanedioic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (2S)-, Butanedioic acid, hydroxy-, (S)-, L-Apfelsaure, Malic Acid, L-, Malic acid, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-, Nsc 9232, S-2-Hydroxybutanedioic acid, acido L-malico
• CAS: 97-67-6

Description

L-malic acid is a naturally occurring organic compound that can be found in many fruits and vegetables. It is an important intermediate in the citric acid cycle as well as a key component of the Krebs cycle. L-malic acid has been shown to have antiseizure and anti-inflammatory effects, and also inhibits the growth of bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus. L-malic acid is synthesized from sodium carbonate and lactic acid by reacting with a mineral acid such as hydrochloric, sulfuric, or nitric acid. This reaction produces hydrogen gas, water, and l-malic acid. L-Malic Acid is also used for production of monoclonal antibodies against various targets, including human cells.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 134.09 g/mol
• Formula: C₄H₆O₅
• Color/Form: White Off-White Powder