Introduce
Fumaric Acid is an organic acid with the chemical formula C4H4O4.It is a crystalline solid, colourless or white, with an acidic taste. Fumaric acid is widely used in the food industry, mainly as a food acidifier, preservative and flavouring agent.
The following are the main applications of fumaric acid in the food field:
Food acidifier: Fumaric acid has a distinct sour taste and can be used as a food acidifier to increase the acidity and taste of food. It is often added to beverages, fruit juices, carbonated beverages, candies, chewing gums, jellies and canned foods to give the food a refreshing sour taste.
Preservative: Fumaric acid has a certain antibacterial effect and can be used as a food preservative to extend the shelf life of food. It is often added to products such as bread, biscuits, cakes, meat products and pickled foods to inhibit the growth of microorganisms and slow down food spoilage and deterioration.
Flavouring agent: Fumaric acid enhances the flavour and improves the flavour quality of food. It is often used as a flavouring agent added to food products such as sauces, salad dressings, condiments and instant soups to increase the acidity and flavour of the food.
Acidity regulator: Fumaric acid can be used as an acidity regulator in foods to regulate the pH and acid-base balance of foods. It is added to certain foods to achieve specific acidity requirements, such as jams, jellies, yoghurts and dairy products.
