DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+

Name: DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008474

About DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+

Listed under CAS 617-48-1, DL-Malic acid is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals (Biochemistry grade) at a purity of ≥99%. With the molecular formula C4H6O5, it has a molar mass of 134.09 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxybutanedioic acid. Alternative names: (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid and DL-Hydroxybutanedioic acid.

In its supplied form it is white powder or crystals or granules. Key physical data: a melting point of 131-133 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies DL-Malic acid in 250 g, 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-008474
CAS Number	617-48-1
IUPAC name	2-hydroxybutanedioic acid
Molecular formula	C₄H₆O₅
Molecular weight	134.09 g/mol
Exact mass	134.0215
Grade	Biochemistry
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	BJEPYKJPYRNKOW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(C(=O)O)O)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	525

Physical properties
Physical form	Granules
Appearance	White powder or crystals or granules
Melting point	131-133 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
TPSA	94.8 Å²
Synonyms	(±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, DL-Hydroxybutanedioic acid, malic acid, hydroxysuccinic acid, Butanedioic acid, hydroxy-, Malic acid, DL-, Kyselina jablecna, hydroxybutanedioic acid, Pomalus acid, alpha-Hydroxysuccinic acid, Deoxytetraric acid, Succinic acid, hydroxy-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 617-48-1

Synthesis

DL-Malic acid, 99%

CAS: 617-48-1
Formula: C₄H₆O₅
MW: 134.09 g/mol

VQ-008473

Food Grade

DL-Malic acid, food grade (FCC)

CAS: 617-48-1
Formula: C₄H₆O₅
MW: 134.09 g/mol

VQ-047006

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+ is 617-48-1. It is also known as (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, DL-Hydroxybutanedioic acid, malic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+?

DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+ has the molecular formula C4H6O5 and a molecular weight of 134.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxybutanedioic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+ can I order?

We supply DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+ in Biochemistry (≥99%) grade, in 250 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. DL-Malic acid, for biochemistry, 99%+ is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.