Description

Ascorbic Acid is a vital, water-soluble organic compound essential for numerous biological and industrial processes. Its potent antioxidant and reducing properties make it a critical ingredient for preserving product integrity and enhancing functionality across diverse sectors. This high-purity material is indispensable for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, cosmetic, and animal nutrition industries seeking a reliable and compliant source for their formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical Formulations: Used as a key active ingredient in vitamin C supplements, effervescent tablets, and injectable solutions, as well as an antioxidant stabilizer in other drug products.
• Food & Beverage Fortification and Preservation: Acts as a nutritional enhancer (Vitamin C) in juices, dairy products, and cereals, and as a natural antioxidant (E300) to prevent browning and spoilage in processed meats and canned goods.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into serums, creams, and lotions for its skin-brightening, anti-aging, and antioxidant benefits, helping to protect skin from environmental stressors.
• Animal Feed & Pet Food Additive: Serves as a vital nutritional supplement to support immune function, health, and growth in livestock, poultry, aquaculture, and companion animals.
• Industrial Applications: Utilized as a reducing agent in chemical synthesis, photographic development, and water treatment processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ascorbic Acid
CAS No.	3445-23-6
Molecular Formula	C6H8O6
Molecular Weight	176.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Vitamin C; L-Ascorbic Acid; 3-Oxo-L-gulofuranolactone; Antiscorbutic Vitamin; L-3-Ketothreohexuronic acid lactone; E300; Ascorbate; Ascorbicap
EINECS	222-340-9

Quality Control

Our Ascorbic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure it meets the highest standards for purity and consistency. We supply grades compliant with major international pharmacopoeias, including USP, EP, BP, and FCC. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical parameters, providing full traceability and assurance for your regulatory and production needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; containers must be kept tightly sealed immediately after use to minimize exposure to air and humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or almost white crystalline powder or colorless crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	99.0% - 100.5%
Specific Optical Rotation	+20.5° to +21.5°
pH (5% Solution)	2.1 - 2.6
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Conforms to relevant monograph

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.