—— Product Specifications ——

—— Product Detail ——

Product Overview

L-(-)-Malic acid is a naturally occurring chiral dicarboxylic acid with the molecular formula C₄H₆O₅ and a molecular weight of 134.09 g/mol. This white crystalline powder is a key intermediate in the citric acid cycle and is widely used in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. The compound exhibits a pleasant tart taste and serves as an acidulant, flavor enhancer, and pH regulator in various food products. In pharmaceutical applications, L-(-)-malic acid is used as an excipient and as a building block for the synthesis of chiral drugs and bioactive compounds.

Synthetic Process

L-(-)-Malic acid is produced through the following routes:

• Fermentation: Produced by fermentation using microorganisms capable of L-malic acid production.

• Enzymatic synthesis: Via enzymatic conversion of fumaric acid using fumarase.

• Purification: The crude product is purified by recrystallization from water.

Mechanism of Action / Application Principles

• Food Additive: Used as an acidulant, flavor enhancer, and pH regulator in food and beverages.

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of chiral drugs and bioactive compounds.

• Cosmetic Ingredient: Used in skincare and personal care formulations.

Quality Specifications

Each batch is accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis (COA).

Packaging & Storage

• Research quantities: 25g, 100g HDPE bottles

• Bulk quantities: 500g, 1kg double-layer polyethylene bags

Storage conditions: Store in a cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from moisture. Under recommended conditions, shelf life is 36 months.

— C ompany Profile ——

Jinan Topfull Chemical Co., Ltd. is an international company rooted in China, specializing in the export of chemical products.

Our company is committed to making every effort to provide ideal chemical products to potential customers worldwide, including but not limited to: organic/inorganic reagents, biological reagents, plant extracts, pharmaceutical intermediates, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), reference standards, reference substances, peptides, and more. Meanwhile, we have established long-term and stable cooperative relationships with university laboratories and off-campus research institutions, enabling us to offer tailored product services based on customers' actual needs.

We currently support customized services for most product categories, with supply quantities ranging from milligram (mg), gram (g) to kilogram (kg) levels, as well as wholesale. Product purity covers the full spectrum from 90% to 99.9%, providing customers with one-stop convenient services.

To date, our products have been exported to developed countries such as the United States, Australia, Canada, Mexico, as well as EU member states including France, Germany, and many other countries and regions such as Nigeria, Ghana, Southeast Asia, and other parts of Asia. Our product quality and services have consistently received high praise.

Looking ahead, our company will continue to serve as a bridge connecting China and the world, delivering high-quality products and services to global customers.

—— Q&A ——

Q1: How to confirm the product quality before placing orders?
A: By sending you available samples. Or if you have special requirements for the goods, we can prepare samples according to your requirements for confirmation.

Q2: Can you supply free samples?
A: Yes, we can provide a free sample, but the shipping cost will be paid by the customers. You can either pay the shipping cost or arrange a courier to collect the samples.

Q3: How do you treat quality complaints?
A: All our products are strictly tested by our QC and confirmed by QA; unqualified material will not be released to customers. If any quality problem is confirmed to be caused by us, we will replace the goods or refund your payment immediately.

Q4: What is your MOQ? Is there a discount?
A: For highvalue products, our MOQ starts from 1g and generally starts from 10g. For other lowprice products, our MOQ starts from 100g and 1kg.
Q: Is there a discount?
A: Yes, for larger quantities, we always support with better prices.

Q5: How to start orders or make payments?
A: You can send us your Purchase Order (if your company has one), or just send a simple confirmation by email or via Trade Manager. We will then send you a Proforma Invoice with our bank details for your confirmation, and you can make payment accordingly. If you have other preferred payment methods, we are open to discussion and negotiation.