Description and general information
Fumaric acid is an organic compound that can be obtained from many vegetables and fruits as it is a naturally occurring acid. It can also be obtained commercially by chemical synthesis or through the fermentation of sugar with fungi. It is part of the metabolic pathways of all living cells, and its participation in the Krebs cycle is important, which makes it indispensable for living beings.
Fumaric acid has the structure of dicarboxylic acid, because like carboxylic acids, fumaric acid is a compound with a carbon structure that is substituted by a pair of carboxyl functional groups.
There are 2 types of fumaric acid:
- CWS (Cold water soluble)
- HWS (Hot water soluble)
The main properties of this compound are that it has low moisture absorption, and CWS has fast dissolution as well as fine particle size; on the other hand, HWS has slow dissolution.
Chemical formula: C4H4O4
The main application of fumaric acid is as an acidulant, since it strengthens gelling properties and can be mixed with other acidulants.
It does not have an extreme or pungent taste and is mostly used in the following products:
- Jams
- Dough conditioners
- Soft drinks
- Preserves
- Gelatins
- Among others.
When used in gelatins and desserts, it regulates the pH, producing stronger gels and increasing the shelf life of the product due to its low hygroscopicity.
In dairy products and butter, it is used as a coagulant in cheese production and as an antioxidant in combination with other additives.
Donatidic acid, ethylene diamine di-carboxylic acid.
Fumaric acid:
The product is available in the following presentation:
- 25 kg bag
