potassium malate

Basic Information

Field	Content
Chinese name	potassium malate
English name	potassium malate
INS/E number	INS 351
Functional class	Food acid
Year adopted	1974
Approved by	Australia/New Zealand (FSANZ), European Union (EFSA)

What is it?

Potassium malate is the potassium salt of malic acid (including potassium hydrogen malate), produced by neutralising malic acid with potassium hydroxide. It is an acidity regulator and a potassium source in low-sodium foods.

Source

Industrial：中和反应、浓缩、干燥得到苹果酸钾

Why is it used?

• Adjusts acidity and sourness
• Provides potassium in low-sodium foods
• Improves flavour balance
• Used in drinks, confectionery, bakery, sports foods

Common Foods

• Beverages
• Confectionery
• Low-sodium and sports foods
• Bakery
• Jams
• Instant powders

Safety

ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake)：not limited

Usage Standard

China：GB 2760《食品安全国家标准 食品添加剂使用标准》

International：

• EU Regulation 1333/2008 Annex II (E 351)
• FDA 21 CFR 184.1069 (GRASS)
• Codex GSFA (INS 351)
• FSANZ Food Standards Code (351)

In a nutshell

Potassium malate is a safe, unlimited acidity regulator and a potassium source for low-sodium foods.

Consumer Advice

Potassium malate is the potassium salt of malic acid, used as an acidity regulator and buffer in drinks, jellies and sports beverages. It acts like sodium malate, is safe and poses no health risk at authorised levels. People with kidney problems or on potassium-restricted diets should count its potassium towards their daily allowance.

Dietary Restrictions

• Vegan: ✅
• Halal: ✅
• Kosher: ✅

Allergens

✅ Free from common allergens

Disclaimer

The information provided here is for discussion and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or an evaluation/rating of any product or ingredient. This information may not apply to you; before using or taking any action, you should contact the manufacturer, vendor, medical, dietary, fitness, or other professionals. If you use any information provided here, you do so at your own risk.