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E296AcidulantLow concern
Malic Acid
In plain words
The short version
A tart-tasting organic acid naturally abundant in apples and used as a flavoring acid.
Why it's green
It's widely considered safe at the amounts used in food, so we mark it green. The Safety section below has the details.
Safety profile
No ADI specified. Naturally present in many fruits and produced by the body in the Krebs cycle. Generally regarded as safe at typical use levels.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.