| Description | D-(+)-Malic acid ((R)-Malic acid) is a dicarboxylic acid that is made by all living organisms. Malic acid has two stereoisomeric forms (L- and D-enantiomers). The malate anion is an intermediate in the citric acid cycle. |
| Synonyms | (R)-Malic acid, Malic acid, D-, D-(+)-苹果酸, D-Malic acid |
| molecular weight | 134.09 |
| Molecular formula | C4H6O5 |
| CAS | 636-61-3 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | H2O: 37.5 mg/ml(279.66 mM) Ethanol: 37.5 mg/ml(279.66 mM) DMSO: 37.5 mg/ml(279.66 mM) |
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