Product Description

ProductAscorbic Acid USP
CAS50-81-7
FormulaC6H8O6
SynonymVitamin C, L-Ascorbic acid

Typical Product Specifications

Melting Point192 c
Molecular weight176.14
Flash Point99 c
Solubilitywater
Slightly Solublein alcohol
Insolubilityin ether, chloroform, benzene, petrol. ether, oils, fats
Notes

Ascorbic acid is found in nearly every citrus fruit and has highly beneficial nutritional properties.

It is included in many daily vitamins or nutritional supplements for its immune-system-boosting and antioxidant properties.  

 

 

ClassVitamins - Nutritional Ingredients - Amino Acids, Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) & Intermediates, Non GMO
FunctionIntermediates, Antioxidants
IndustryFood Chemicals, Cosmetic, Nutrition, Pharmaceutical, Flavor
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