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Substance identity The ‘Substance identity’ section is calculated from substance identification information from all ECHA databases. The substance identifiers displayed in the InfoCard are the best available substance name, EC number, CAS number and/or the molecular and structural formulas. Some substance identifiers may have been claimed confidential, or may not have been provided, and therefore not be displayed. The EC Number is the numerical identifier for substances in the EC Inventory. The EC Inventory is a combination of three independent European lists of substances from the previous EU chemicals regulatory frameworks (EINECS, ELINCS and the NLP-list). More information about the EC Inventory can be found here. If the substance was not covered by the EC Inventory, ECHA attributes a list number in the same format, starting with the numbers 6, 7, 8 or 9. The EC or list number is the primary substance identifier used by ECHA. The CAS number is the substance numerical identifier assigned by the Chemical Abstracts Service, a division of the American Chemical Society, to substances registered in the CAS registry database. A substance identified primarily by an EC or list number may be linked with more than one CAS number, or with CAS numbers that have been deleted. More information about CAS and the CAS registry can be found here. The molecular formula identifies each type of element by its chemical symbol and identifies the number of atoms of each element found in one discrete molecule of the substance. This information is only displayed if the substance is well–defined, its identity is not claimed confidential and there is sufficient information available in ECHA’s databases for ECHA’s algorithms to generate a molecular structure. The molecular structure is based on structures generated from information available in ECHA’s databases. If generated, an InChI string will also be generated and made available for searching. This information is only displayed if the substance is well-defined, its identity is not claimed confidential and there is sufficient information available in ECHA’s databases for ECHA’s algorithms to generate a molecular structure. More help available here.EC (European Community) Number
CAS (Chemical Abstract Service) registry number
Molecular formula
Molecular structure
EC / List no.: 230-022-8
CAS no.: 6915-15-7
Mol. formula: C4H6O5
Hazard classification and labelling The ‘Hazard classification and labelling’ section shows the hazards of a substance based on the standardised system of statements and pictograms established under the CLP (Classification Labelling and Packaging) Regulation. The CLP Regulation makes sure that the hazards presented by chemicals are clearly communicated to workers and consumers in the European Union. The CLP Regulation uses the UN Global Harmonised System (GHS) and European Union Specific Hazard Statements (EUH). This section is based on three sources for information (harmonised classification and labelling (CLH), REACH registrations and CLP notifications). The source of the information is mentioned in the introductory sentence of the hazard statements. When information is available in all sources, the first two are displayed as a priority. The purpose of the information provided under this section is to highlight the substance hazardousness in a readable format. It does not represent a new labelling, classification or hazard statement, neither reflect other factors that affect the susceptibility of the effects described, such as duration of exposure or substance concentration (e.g. in case of consumer and professional uses). Other relevant information includes the following: To see the full list of notified classifications and to get more information on impurities and additives relevant to classification please consult the . More information about Classification and Labelling is available in the Regulations section of ECHA website. More help available here. Harmonised classification and labelling is a legally binding classification and labelling for a substance, agreed at European Community level. Harmonisation is based on the substance’s physical, toxicological and eco-toxicological hazard assessment. The ‘Hazard classification’ and labelling section uses the signal word, pictogram(s) and hazard statements of the substance under the harmonised classification and labelling (CLH) as its primary source of information. If the substance is covered by more than one CLH entry (e.g. disodium tetraborate EC no. 215–540–4, is covered by three harmonisations: 005–011–00–4; 005–011–01–1 and 005–011–02–9), CLH information cannot be displayed in the InfoCard as the difference between the CLH classifications requires manual interpretation or verification. If a substance is classified under multiple CLH entries, a link to the C&L Inventory is provided to allow users to view CLH information associated with the substance and no text is automatically generated for the InfoCard. It is possible that a harmonisation is introduced through an amendment to the CLP Regulation. In that case, the ATP (Adaptation to Technical Progress) number is displayed. More info on CLH can be found here. If available, additional information on classification and labelling (C&L) is derived from REACH registration dossiers submitted by industry. This information has not been reviewed or verified by ECHA, and may change without prior notice. REACH registration dossiers have greater data requirements (such as supporting studies) than do notifications under CLP. If no EU harmonised classification and labelling exists and the substance was not registered under REACH, information derived from classification and labelling (C&L) notifications to ECHA under CLP Regulation is displayed under this section. These notifications can be provided by manufacturers, importers and downstream users. ECHA maintains the , but does not review or verify the accuracy of the information. Note that for readability purposes, only the pictograms, signal words and hazard statements referred in more than 5% of the notifications under CLP are displayed.Please note:
Harmonised classification and labelling (CLH)
Classification and labelling under REACH
Notifications under the Classification Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation
Warning! According to the classification provided by companies to ECHA in REACH registrations this substance causes serious eye irritation.
About this substance This section provides an overview of the calculated volume at which the substance is manufactured or imported to the European Economic Area (EU28 + Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway). Additionally, if available, information on the use of the substance and how consumers and workers are likely to be exposed to it can also be displayed here. The use information is displayed per substance life cycle stage (consumer use, in articles, by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites or in manufacturing). The information is aggregated from the data coming from REACH substance registrations provided by industry. For a detailed overview on identified uses and environmental releases, please consult the registered substance factsheet. Use descriptors are adapted from ECHA guidance to improve readability and may not correspond textually to descriptor codes described in Chapter R.12: Use Descriptor system of ECHA Guidance on information requirements and chemical safety assessment. The examples provided are generic examples and may not apply to the specific substance you are viewing. A substance may have its use restricted to certain articles or products and therefore not all the examples may apply to the specific substance. Furthermore, some substances can be found in an article, but with unlikely exposure (e.g. inside a watch) or with very low concentrations considered not to pose risks to human health or the environment. Please note: For readability purpose, only non-confidential use descriptors occurring in more than 5% of total occurrences are displayed. The described Product category (i.e. the products in which the substance may be used) may refer to uses as intermediate and under controlled conditions, for which there is no consumer exposure. More help is available here. This substance is registered under the REACH Regulation and is manufactured in and / or imported to the European Economic Area, at ≥ 10 000 to < 100 000 tonnes per annum. This substance is used by consumers,by professional workers (widespread uses),in formulation or re-packing,at industrial sites and in manufacturing. This substance is used in the following products:fertilisers,washing & cleaning products,water softeners,water treatment chemicals and cosmetics and personal care products. ECHA has no public registered data on the routes by which this substance is most likely to be released to the environment. ECHA has no public registered data indicating whether or into which articles the substance might have been processed. This substance is used in the following products:fertilisers and laboratory chemicals. This substance is used in the following products:fertilisers,metal surface treatment products,non-metal-surface treatment products,pH regulators and water treatment products,perfumes and fragrances,washing & cleaning products,water softeners,water treatment chemicals and cosmetics and personal care products. This substance is used in the following products:fertilisers and non-metal-surface treatment products. Release to the environment of this substance can occur from industrial use:manufacturing of the substance. Consumer Uses
Other release to the environment of this substance is likely to occur from:indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners) and outdoor use.
Article service life
Widespread uses by professional workers
This substance is used in the following areas:agriculture, forestry and fishing,health services,scientific research and development and building & construction work.
This substance is used for the manufacture of:chemicals,fabricated metal products,machinery and vehicles and furniture.
Other release to the environment of this substance is likely to occur from:indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners),outdoor use and indoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. cooling liquids in refrigerators, oil-based electric heaters).
Formulation or re-packing
Release to the environment of this substance can occur from industrial use:formulation of mixtures and formulation in materials.
Uses at industrial sites
This substance is used in the following areas:agriculture, forestry and fishing,building & construction work,health services,scientific research and development and printing and recorded media reproduction.
This substance is used for the manufacture of:chemicals,fabricated metal products,electrical, electronic and optical equipment and machinery and vehicles.
Release to the environment of this substance can occur from industrial use:in processing aids at industrial sites,as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates),as processing aid and in the production of articles.
Manufacture
How to use it safely This section provides links to the list of precautions (precautionary statements) and to the guidance on safe use, if they have been provided in REACH registration dossiers.
- Precautionary statements - describe recommended measures to minimise or prevent adverse effects resulting from exposure to a hazardous product or improper storage or handling of a hazardous product.
- Guidance on safe use - recommendations by substance registrant on the proper use of the substance in various situations. Examples include recommended measures on fire-fighting, transport and recycling and disposal.
Please note: Precautionary measures and guidance on safe use concern the use and handling of the specific substance as such, not of the presence of the substance in other articles or mixtures. The precautionary measures and guidance on safe use are as submitted to ECHA by registrants under the REACH Regulation. Information on precautionary measures and the safe use is submitted by the registrant of a substance and the registrant is solely responsible for its accuracy and completeness.
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- Precautionary measures suggested by manufacturers and importers of this substance.
- Guidance on the safe use of the substance provided by manufacturers and importers of this substance.
about INFOCARD - Last updated: 06/09/2023 InfoCard The InfoCard summarises the non-confidential data of a substance held in the databases of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). InfoCards are generated automatically based on the data available at the time of generation. The quality and correctness of the information submitted to ECHA remains the responsibility of the data submitter. The type of uses and classifications may vary between different submissions to ECHA and for a full understanding it is recommended to consult the source data. Information on applicable regulatory frameworks is also automatically generated and may not be complete or up to date. It is the responsibility of the substance manufacturers and importers to consult official publications, e.g. the electronic edition of the Official Journal of the European Union. InfoCards are updated when new information is available. The date of the last update corresponds to the publication date of the InfoCard and not necessarily to the date in which the update occurred in the source data. More help available here.
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Regulatory context
Here you can find all of the regulations and regulatory lists in which this substance appears, according to the data available to ECHA. This substance has been found in the following regulatory activities (directly, or inheriting the regulatory context of a parent substance):
- ECHA Legislations
- Occupational Exposure limits (OELs)
- Emission Limit Values (ELVs)
- Other chemical legislations
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REACH - Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals Regulation
Pre-registered substances
Substances indicated, in 2009, as being intended to be registered by at least one company in the EEA.
Registered substances factsheets
Substances which have been registered and can be placed on the EEA market by those companies with a valid registration.
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CLP - Classification, Labelling and Packaging
Substances for which classification and labeling data have been submitted to ECHA in a registration under REACH or notified by manufacturers or importers under CLP. Such notifications are required for hazardous substances, as such or in mixtures, as well as for all substances subject to registration, regardless of their hazard.
Previous Legislations
EC Inventory
Substances listed in the EINECS, ELINCS, or NLP inventories.
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Food Contact Recycled Plastic Materials and Articles Regulation-repealed
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EU. Plastic Food Contact Materials (FCMs) per Regulation 10/2011/EU (Union List), Directive 282/2008/EC on Recycled Plastic FCMs, 28 March 2008, amended by Regulation 2015/1906/EU, 23 October 2015
This list contains the Annex I Plastic Food Contact Materials (FCMs) authorised for use in the European Union under Regulation 10/2011/EU. Pursuant to Art. 4(b) of Directive 282/2008/EC on recycled plastic FCMs, plastic recycling processes can only be authorised if input originates from plastic materials and articles manufactured in accordance with EU legislation on plastic food contact materials and articles.
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Plastic Materials and Articles Regulation
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FCM and Articles Regulation, Annex I - Authorised Substances
EU. Union List of Authorized Substances: Annex I, Plastics Food Contact Regulation 10/2011/EU, as amended by Regulation (EU) 2023/1627, OJ L 201, 11 August 2023
This list contains the Union list of authorised monomers, other starting substances, macromolecules obtained from microbial fermentation, additives and polymer production aids. It is taken from Annex I of the Commission Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 on plastic materials and articles intended to come into contact with food.
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Recycled Plastic Food Contact Materials
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Recycled Plastic FCMs - Regulation (EU) 2022/1616
EU. Recycled Plastic FCMs per Regulation 10/2011/EU (Union List), Regulation (EU) 2022/1616, OJ L 243 of 20 September 2022, as corrected by a corrigendum, OJ L 244 of 21 September 2022
The list contains the Union list of authorised substances for the purposes of compositional requirements related to recycled plastic FCMs. The list is taken from Annex I to Commission Regulation (EU) No 10/2011. Recycled plastic FCMs shall comply with the requirements set out in Regulation (EU) No 10/2011. In addition, plastic waste inputs shall originate only from plastic materials and articles manufactured in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 10/2011.
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Substance names and other identifiers
Regulatory process names
Malic acid
EC Inventory, FCM and Articles Regulation, Annex I - Authorised Substances, FCMs Recycled Plastic & Articles Regulation - Annex I - Authorised Use, Recycled Plastic FCMs - Regulation (EU) 2022/1616, Other
Malic acid
Other, FCM and Articles Regulation, Annex I - Authorised Substances, FCMs Recycled Plastic & Articles Regulation - Annex I - Authorised Use, Recycled Plastic FCMs - Regulation (EU) 2022/1616
malic acid
Pre-Registration process, FCM and Articles Regulation, Annex I - Authorised Substances, FCMs Recycled Plastic & Articles Regulation - Annex I - Authorised Use, Recycled Plastic FCMs - Regulation (EU) 2022/1616, Other
IUPAC names
2-Hydroxy butane diacid
C&L Inventory
2-hydroxybutanedioic acid
C&L Inventory, Registration dossier, Other
Apfelsäure
C&L Inventory
Butanedioic Acid, Hydroxy
C&L Inventory
Butanedioic acid, hydroxy-
C&L Inventory
DL - malic acid
C&L Inventory
DL-MALIC ACID
C&L Inventory
DL-Malic Acid
C&L Inventory
DL-Malic acid
C&L Inventory
DL-malic acid
C&L Inventory
Hydroxy-1,2-ethanedicarboxylic acid
C&L Inventory
Hydroxybutan-1,4-dicarbonsäure
C&L Inventory
hydroxybutanedioic acid
C&L Inventory
hydroxylsuccinic acid
C&L Inventory
L-Äpfelsäure
C&L Inventory
MALIC ACID
C&L Inventory, Registration dossier
Malic Acid
C&L Inventory, Registration dossier
Malic acid
C&L Inventory, Registration dossier
malic acid
C&L Inventory, Registration dossier
malic acid
Registration dossier
malic acid CAS information ?
C&L Inventory
Trade names
Malic acid
Registration dossier
Other identifiers
1334703-48-8
Other
CAS number
41308-42-3
Other
CAS number
617-48-1
Other
CAS number
623158-98-5
Other
CAS number
6915-15-7
EC Inventory, C&L Inventory, Registration dossier, Pre-Registration process, FCM and Articles Regulation, Annex I - Authorised Substances, FCMs Recycled Plastic & Articles Regulation - Annex I - Authorised Use, Recycled Plastic FCMs - Regulation (EU) 2022/1616, Other
CAS number
879715-44-3
Other
CAS number