Molekula
L-Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)- Food Grade
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L-Ascorbic acid, also known as Vitamin C, is a water-soluble antioxidant used in food preservation and fortification. It helps maintain product freshness, enhances nutritional value, and acts as a reducing agent. CAS: 50-81-7, Molecular Formula: C6H8O6, Molecular Weight: 176.12, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: None. Molekula supplies L-Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) - Food Grade from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
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Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals (plates or needles) |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 190-192 °C (some decomposition) |
| Density | 1.65 g/cm³ at 25 °C |
| pKa | pKa = 4.7 (at 10 °C) |
| log P (octanol/water) | -1.85 |
Source: PubChem CID 54670067 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036116 |
| CAS Number | 50-81-7 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R)-2-[(1S)-1,2-dihydroxyethyl]-3,4-dihydroxy-2H-furan-5-one |
| EC Number | 200-066-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H8O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 176.12 |
| Exact Mass | 176.0321 |
| SMILES | C([C@@H]([C@@H]1C(=C(C(=O)O1)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | CIWBSHSKHKDKBQ-JLAZNSOCSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H8O6/c7-1-2(8)5-3(9)4(10)6(11)12-5/h2,5,7-10H,1H2/t2-,5+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 54670067 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29362700 |
| Tariff Code | 2936270000 |
Safety & GHS
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
Documents
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
- Allercorb
- Ascoltin
- Ascorbajen
- ascorbic acid
- Ascorbicap
- Ascorin
- Ascorteal
- Cevitamic acid
- l-ascorbic acid
- vitamin C
Frequently asked questions
What is L-Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) used for?
It is used as an antioxidant and nutrient supplement in food and beverage products to prevent oxidation and support nutritional value.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of L-Ascorbic acid?
The formula is C6H8O6 and the molecular weight is 176.12 g/mol.
How should L-Ascorbic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light to maintain stability.
What grade of L-Ascorbic acid does Molekula supply?
We supply Food Grade L-Ascorbic acid, suitable for use in food and dietary supplements.
Can Molekula supply L-Ascorbic acid in bulk?
Yes, we can supply L-Ascorbic acid in bulk quantities; please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of L-Ascorbic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) upon request.
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