E296: Malic acid

Acidity regulator. Origin: Synthetic / fermentation.

Vegan

Yes, vegan

Halal

Generally halal

The honest version

The sour taste of green apples, made synthetically for food use.

Related additives

E100 CurcuminE101 Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)E140 ChlorophyllsE150d Sulphite ammonia caramelE153 Vegetable carbonE170 Calcium carbonateAll E-numbers

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