DL-Malic acid [617-48-1]

Dl-Malic Acid [617-48-1] is a professionally handled substance with documented safety properties. It belongs to the organic compounds class and features the molecular formula HO2CCH2CH(OH)CO2H, with a molecular weight of 134.09 g/mol. This compound exhibits a Melting Point between 127-132 °C, while its Boiling Point is not determinable due to decomposition at temperatures ranging from >225 °C to <235 °C, As a Danger-classified substance, it requires careful handling and storage. This specific offering comes with a purity of 99.0 - 100.5%, free of lead (Pb) and arsenic (As2O3) contamination below 2 ppm, and contains minimal water insolubles (≤0.1%). Additionally, it has low levels of maleic acid (≤0.05%) and fumaric acid (≤1.0%).

• CAS Number: 617-48-1
• Boiling Point: Decomposes at >225 °C and <235 °C (Boiling Point not determinable) /OECD Guideline 103 (Boiling Point/boiling range)/
• Melting Point: 127-132 °C
• Molecular Weight: 134.09
• Molecular Formula: HO2CCH2CH(OH)CO2H
• Hazard Statements:
• H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]