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L-Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)

CAS 50-81-7 C6H8O6 MW 176.12 In stock
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Overview

A high-purity biochemicals supplied by Molekula across research and bulk scale.

Specifications

Property Value
Density BP2010 conforms
Assay/Purity 99% - 100.5%
pH 2.1 - 2.6
Loss on Drying <0.5%
Sulphated Ash ≤0.1 %
Colour of Solution ≤ BY7
Specific optical rotation 20.5 - 21.5°
Mercury ≤0.1ppm
Organic Volatile Impurities Conforms
Mesh <100
Oxalic acid ≤0.3%
Residual Solvents Conforms
Clarity of Solution Clear
Appearance White or almost white, crystalline powder
Cadmium (Cd) ≤1ppm
Iron (Fe) ≤2ppm
Arsenic (As) ≤ 3ppm
Copper (Cu) ≤5.0ppm
Lead (Pb): ≤ 2ppm
Heavy metals(as Pb) 10ppm max
Identity Conforms
For research use only, not for human use For research use only, not for human use

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature Ambient
Shelf Life 24 months
Acidity Acid

Identification

Property Value
CAS Number 50-81-7
Molecular Formula C6H8O6
Molecular Weight 176.12
SMILES O=C1OC(C(O)=C1O)C(O)CO
REACH Code Y113
TSCA Listed Yes
HTS Code 29362700
Tariff Code 2936270000

Safety & GHS

None

Precautionary statements

  • P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention

For research and industrial use only

Not for use in food, drugs, household, or in or on humans or animals. Consult the Safety Data Sheet before handling.

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