Molekula
Ethyl ascorbic acid
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Ethyl ascorbic acid is a stable derivative of vitamin C used in cosmetics and skincare for its antioxidant and skin-lightening properties. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C8H12O6 and a molecular weight of 204.18 g/mol. It is stable at ambient temperatures and has no signal word. Molekula supplies Ethyl ascorbic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — £38.90 per pack ex VAT · £46.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white crystal powder |
| Melting Point | 111 - 116 ° C |
| Heavy metals | <10ppm |
| pH | 4.0 - 6.0 |
| Loss on Drying | <0.5% |
| Assay | >99% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.5% |
| Total Aerobic Count | 100cfu/g |
| Arsenic (As) | 2ppm max |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90024321 |
| CAS Number | 86404-04-8 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R)-2-[(1S)-1,2-dihydroxyethyl]-3-ethoxy-4-hydroxy-2H-furan-5-one |
| EC Number | 617-849-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H12O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 204.18 |
| Exact Mass | 204.0634 |
| SMILES | CCOC1=C(C(=O)O[C@@H]1[C@H](CO)O)O |
| InChIKey | ZGSCRDSBTNQPMS-UJURSFKZSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H12O6/c1-2-13-7-5(11)8(12)14-6(7)4(10)3-9/h4,6,9-11H,2-3H2,1H3/t4-,6+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 150736 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2932.20.5050 |
| Tariff Code | 2932209090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 3-0-ETHYL ASCORBIC ACID
- 3-O-Ethylascorbic acid
- ACTIVITA C
- Brightening Gream
- CORUM 9515
- Shower Gel
- Vitamin C ethyl
- Whitening facial cleanser
- Whitening serum
- Whitening Shower Gel
Frequently asked questions
What is ethyl ascorbic acid used for?
Ethyl ascorbic acid is primarily used in cosmetic formulations for its skin-lightening and antioxidant properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ethyl ascorbic acid?
The formula is C8H12O6 with a molecular weight of 204.18 g/mol.
How should ethyl ascorbic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of ethyl ascorbic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies ethyl ascorbic acid in cosmetic grade.
Can Molekula supply ethyl ascorbic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply ethyl ascorbic acid in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with an order of ethyl ascorbic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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