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L-(-)-Malic acid, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
L-(-)-Malic acid is used as a food additive, Selective α-amino protecting reagent for amino acid derivatives. Versatile synthon for the preparation of chiral compounds including κ-opioid receptor agonists, 1α,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 analogue, and phoslactomycin B.
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L-(-)-Malic acid is used as a food additive, Selective α-amino protecting reagent for amino acid derivatives. Versatile synthon for the preparation of chiral compounds including κ-opioid receptor agonists, 1α,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 analogue, and phoslactomycin B.
Solubility
Soluble in water(363g/L).
Notes
Keep container tightly closed. Store away from oxidizing agents. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 100°C to 106°C |
Color | White |
Density | 1.6 |
Flash Point | 220°C (428°F) |
Quantity | 100 g |
Beilstein | 1723541 |
Merck Index | 14,5707 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water(363g/L). |
Optical Rotation | −26° (c=5.5 in Pyridine) |
Formula Weight | 134.09 |
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
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P24J028 | Certificate of Analysis | 12/02/2024 | J63221.36,J63221.A4,J63221.22 |
W27J005 | Certificate of Analysis | 05/10/2023 | J63221.36,J63221.A4,J63221.22 |
S24I030 | Certificate of Analysis | 25/08/2022 | J63221.36,J63221.A4,J63221.22 |
Y27D005 | Certificate of Analysis | 08/12/2021 | J63221.36,J63221.A4,J63221.22 |
P26B018 | Certificate of Analysis | 07/12/2021 | J63221.36,J63221.A4,J63221.22 |
Safety and Handling

- L-(-)-Malic acid
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : L-(-)-Malic acid
RUO – Research Use Only
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