Malic Acid is an organic dicarboxylic acid naturally found in fruits, characterized by its sour taste. In industrial contexts, it is available as a white crystalline powder with a chemical formula of C4H6O5.
Explore Food and Beverages, browse the full chemical catalogue, or request a quote.
Need a different pack size or bulk tanker delivery? Request a custom quote.
Malic Acid is an organic dicarboxylic acid naturally found in fruits, characterized by its sour taste. In industrial contexts, it is available as a white crystalline powder with a chemical formula of C4H6O5. This compound is primarily supplied at purities typically exceeding 99%, suitable for food-grade and other industrial applications. It dissolves readily in water, which facilitates its use in liquid formulations and processing environments.
Buyers should note Malic Acid's pH in aqueous solution ranges between 2.2 and 2.4, indicating its effectiveness as an acidulant. It is commonly handled and stored in cool, dry environments to maintain stability. Industrial users must avoid contact with strong oxidizers or alkaline substances during handling to preserve product integrity and safety.
Controlling acidity in food and beverage products is essential for flavor balance, shelf-life extension, and microbial stability. Malic Acid's consistent acidifying properties allow formulators to fine-tune tartness levels precisely, improving product taste and retaining freshness over time.
Beyond flavor modulation, Malic Acid functions as a chelating agent that binds metal ions, which can otherwise catalyze degradation or cause undesirable reactions. This ensures product stability in pharmaceutical formulations and enhances water treatment processes by preventing scale formation.
Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Malic Acid is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:
Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.
Citric Acid Anhydrous BP/EP/USP/FCC grade is a versatile acidic agent used in food, pharmaceutical, and industrial processes for pH adjustment and chelation. Available in 25 kg bags for Kenyan industries.
Sodium bicarbonate food grade is a fine white crystalline powder used in food processing, pharmaceutical formulations, and water treatment. Available for supply in Kenya with reliable delivery options.
Dextrose Monohydrate prime grade is a crystalline sugar derived from corn, widely used in food processing, fermentation, and pharmaceutical formulations. Supplied in 25 kg bags for regional industrial use.
