DL-Malic Acid
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Dicarboxylic acid naturally occurring in green apples; delivers a lingering, rounded sour profile in sour candies.
Official Category: Acidity Regulator & Leavener (산도조절제·팽창제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Restricted
Natural-identical fruit acidulant
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS; not recommended for young infants
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
EFSA authorized food additive
Commonly Found Foods
Sour gummy wormsapple ciderswine acid adjustmentshard candy
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Green apple juice concentrate
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