| Identification | ||
| Name | D(+)-Malic acid | |
| Synonyms | D-Hydroxysuccinic acid; (R)-Hydroxybutanedioic acid | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C4H6O5 | |
| Molecular Weight | 134.09 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 636-61-3 | |
| EINECS | 211-262-2 | |
| Properties | ||
| Melting point | 98-104 ºC | |
| alpha | 2.2 º (c=3, H2O) | |
| Water solubility | soluble | |