Ascorbic Acid Fine Powder

(100 mesh, 200mesh, 325mesh)

Description

Ascorbic Acid is an odorless white or almost white crystalline powder with an acidic taste; the color may change to pale yellow when stored for a long time; It easily dissolves in water, hardly in ethanol and is insoluble in chloroform and ethoxyethane. It decomposes at about 190°C.

Product identification

Chemical names:

 (5R)-5-[(1S)-1,2-Dihydroxyethyl]-3,4-dihydroxyfuran-2(5H)-one.

Synonyms: L-ascorbic acid; L-xylo-ascorbic acid; L-(+)-ascorbic acid; vitamin C

CAS No.: 50-81-7

Einecs No.: 200-066-2

E No.: E 300

INCI name: ascorbic acid

Empirical formula: C6H8O6

Molecular mass: 176.13 g/mol

Solubility

It easily dissolves in water, hardly in ethanol and is insoluble in chloroform and ethoxyethane..

Stability and storage

Ascorbic Acid is fairly stable to air if protected from humidity, but is somewhat sensitive to heat. The product may be stored for 36 months from the date of manufacture in the unopened original container and at room temperature below 25°C. On prolonged storage, a slight yellow discoloration may occur which, however, does not affect the biological activity.

Uses

This product is used for the enrichment, standardization or stabilization of dry food preparations and drinks, for the improvement of the baking qualities of flour, for solid and liquid multivitamin and monovitamin preparations and as an agent in dry mixes for curing meat. This product is not intended for use in the manufacture of sterile drug products. The purchaser assumes all responsibility for additional processing, testing, labelling and registration required for such use.

Compendial compliance

Ascorbic Acid meets all requirements of the FCC and Ph. Eur. and USP. and BP. when tested according to these compendia.

Safety

This product is safe for the intended use. Avoid ingestion, inhalation of dust or direct contact by applying suitable protective measures and personal hygiene. For full safety information and necessary precautions, please refer to the respective Material Safety Data Sheet.