The naturally occuring isomer is the L-form which has been found in apples and many other fruits and plants. 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.
SKU | RCLST015951 |
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CAS number | 6915-15-7 |
Molecular Formula | C4H6O5 |
Catalog Number | RCLST015951 |
Chemical Name | DL-Malic Acid |
Synonyms | 2-Hydroxybutanedioic Acid; Malic Acid; (+/-)-Malic Acid; 2-Hydroxyethane-1,2- dicarboxylic Acid; 2-Hydroxysuccinic Acid; DL-Malic Acid; Deoxytetraric Acid; E 296; FDA 2018; Hydroxysuccinic Acid; Musashi-no-Ringosan; NSC 25941; Nanoveson M; Pomalus Acid; |
Molecular Weight | 134.09 |
Solubility | Aqueous Acid (Slightly), DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Sparingly) |
Stability | No Data Available |
Appearance | White to Off-White Solid |
Storage Condition | Refrigerator |