L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

Product Introduction

L-Ascorbic Acid (C₆H₈O₆) is a potent water-soluble antioxidant and enzyme cofactor.

Characteristics:
• Appearance: white to pale yellow crystalline powder
• Solubility: 333 g/L in water at 20 °C; slight in ethanol
• Stability: stable dry; aqueous solutions oxidize rapidly
• Melting Point: 190–192 °C
• pH: 1.0–2.5 in 176 g/L solution

Application Fields

• Medical: • Prevents/treats scurvy; enhances wound healing • Antioxidant adjunct in anemia, arthritis, diabetes
• Food: • Prevents oxidation in juices, jams, meats; fortifier
• Cosmetics: • Brightening, anti-aging, moisturizing in skincare
• Research: • Analytical reagent; cell culture supplement

Packaging Requirements

• Materials: moisture-proof PE/PP containers or glass bottles
• Sealing: airtight, light-blocking
• Labeling: assay, batch, dates, storage
• Sizes: 25 g–500 g bottles; 1–10 kg bulk bags

Storage and Transportation

• Storage: refrigerate 2–8 °C, dry, ventilated, dark
• Transport: sealed, cool; PPE required