Ascorbic Acid – USP/FCC/KOSHER

CAS# 50-81-7

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Property

  • Appearance
  • Identification
  • Clarity of Solution
  • Color of Solution
  • Copper
  • Melting Point
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  • pH
  • Specific Rotation
  • Heavy Metals
  • Residue after Ignition
  • Loss on Drying
  • Mercury (Hg)
  • Arsenic (as As)
  • Lead (Pb)

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Specification

  • White Crystal Powder
  • Positive
  • Clear
  • BY7 Maximum
  • 5 Maximum
  • Approximately 190
  • 99.0-100.5
  • 2.1-2.6 (5% solution)
  • +20.5°-+21.5°
  • 10 Maximum
  • 0.1 Maximum
  • 0.4 Maximum
  • 1 Maximum
  • 3 Maximum
  • 2 Maximum

Application

Ascorbic acid is a multifunctional ingredient widely used across diverse industries. In the food and feed sectors, it functions as an additive in animal nutrition for premixes and compound feeds, and as a fortifying agent and stabilizer in various food products. It is also a common ingredient in dietary supplements and pharmaceutical formulations due to its health benefits. In personal care, ascorbic acid serves as a key component in skincare and cosmetic products. Industrially, it is used in plastic manufacturing to help synthesize molecular chains with reduced waste, and it acts as a powerful antioxidant and natural preservative in food applications. Additionally, ascorbic acid is employed in specialty uses such as removing metal stains, particularly iron, from fiberglass swimming pools.

Grades Available

Technical, USP, FCC/Food Grade, Kosher

Packaging

ChemCeed offers this product in various packaging options. Please inquire about custom packaging.

Synonyms

Vitamin C, L-Ascorbic acid, (5R)-5-[(1S)-1.2-dihydroxyethyl]-3,4-dihydroxyfuran-2(5H)-one

Molecular Formula

C6H8O6

Market Segment

Cosmetics & Personal Care, Pharmaceuticals, Food

Product Uses

Anti Ageing Creams & Lotions, Antioxidant, Bread, Buffer, Conditioners, Facial Cleansers, Food Additive, Food Flavors, Foundations – Cosmetic, Medicinal, Moisturizing Creams and Lotions, Nutritional Supplement, Photographic, Reducing Agent, Skin Care Products, Eye Creams, Hair Care, Hair Colorants, Shampoo & Conditioner, Milk Protein, pH Control, Preservative, Sunscreens