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E350 Sodium malates are a sodium salt of malic acid (E296), a natural acid present in fruit, its alate is used as a buffer and flavouring in soft drinks, confectionery and other foods.
The D,L - and D-isomers are not allowed for infants - who lack the enzymes to metabolise these compounds.
E350 Sodium malates is an EU recognised food additive.
CAS: 676-46-0
MF: C4H7NaO5
MW: 158.08
EINECS: 211-627-6
Synonyms
SODIUM DL-MALATE;SODIUM MALATE;Apple sodiuM;DL-Apple Acid Disodium Salt DL-Malic Acid Disodium Salt;DisodiuM DL-Malate ;SodiuM DL-Ma1ate;DL-Malic acid disodiuM salt >=95% (capillary GC);Sodium 2-hydroxysuccinate
E350 Sodium malates is the sodium salt of malic acid, a naturally occurring organic acid found in fruits like unripe apples.
E350 Sodium malates functions as an acidity regulator, flavoring agent, and moisture-retaining humectant in the food industry.
E350 Sodium malates is widely used across Europe and globally.
Food additive in the category of acidity regulators and wetting agents.
E350 Sodium malates is the sodium salt of malic acid.
E350 Sodium malates comes in the form of E 350(i) – soidum malate or E 350(ii) – sodium hydrogen malate.
E350 Sodium malates is used in the quantities according to the recipe in dairy products, cheese and cheese substitutes, fat spreads, sauces, instant soups and broths, spices, products from fruits, vegetables, fish, meat, eggs, cereals, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, sweets, ice cream etc.
E350 Sodium malates, with the CAS number 676-46-0, is the sodium salt of malic acid, a dicarboxylic acid commonly found in various fruits.
E350 Sodium malates appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder and is highly soluble in water, making it useful in various applications.
E350 Sodium malates is characterized by its ability to act as a buffering agent, helping to maintain pH levels in solutions, which is particularly valuable in food and pharmaceutical industries.
E350 Sodium malates has a mildly sweet taste and is often used as a flavor enhancer or acidity regulator in food products.
Additionally, E350 Sodium malates can serve as a chelating agent, binding metal ions and enhancing the stability of formulations.
In biological contexts, it plays a role in metabolic processes, particularly in the Krebs cycle, where E350 Sodium malates is involved in energy production.
Overall, E350 Sodium malates is recognized for its versatility, safety, and functional properties across multiple sectors, including food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
E350 Sodium malates Chemical Properties
Melting point: >300°C (lit.)
alpha: [α]D20 0±0.5° (c=4, H2O)
storage temp.: Store below +30°C.
form: Liquid
color: White to Almost white
Odor: at 100.00%. odorless
InChI: InChI=1S/C4H6O5.Na.H/c5-2(4(8)9)1-3(6)7;;/h2,5H,1H2,(H,6,7)(H,8,9);;
InChIKey: RIXCYAIAMMINJS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
LogP: -1.261 (est)
CAS DataBase Reference: 676-46-0
E350 Sodium malates is an odorless white crystalline powder.
E350 Sodium malates is freely soluble in water.
Uses
E350 Sodium malates is used as a skin conditioning and moisturising agent in cosmetics, as a food additive, and as an inhibitor component in cancer research.
E350 Sodium malates is used as an acidity regulator and flavoring agent.
E350 Sodium malates tastes similar to sodium chloride (table salt).
E350 Sodium malates is widely used as a food additive in the food industry.
E350 Sodium malates can be used as a souring agent, buffering agent and chelating agent.
E350 Sodium malates can improve the texture and taste of food, increase the shelf life of food, and stabilize the pH value of food.
