Ascorbic Acid
Ascorbic acid is used as a food additives mostly to combat oxidation and is also used majorly in dietary supplements. It also finds major use as a dietary supplement as it is a form of Vitamin C which is an essential dietary component. It cures scurvy and increases resistance to infection.
- Synonyms
- L-Ascorbic acid, E 300, Antiscorbutic factor, Vitamin C
- Chemical Formula
- C6H8O6
- CAS Number
- 50-81-7
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 176.124g/mol
- Density
- 1.694 g/cc
- Forms
- Powder, White, Yellow, Crystalline
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Food additive
- Cleaning products
- Preservative
- pH control
- Cosmetic products
- Dietary supplements
Industries
- Food & Nutrition
- Beauty & Personal Care
- Pharma