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L (+) -Ascorbic acid

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Description
L (+) -Ascorbic acid (CAS: 50-81-7), commonly known as Vitamin C, is a water-soluble vitamin and a strong reducing agent. It is a white to slightly yellowish crystalline powder with a sour taste, easily soluble in water and ethanol, insoluble in ether and chloroform. L (+) -Ascorbic acid (CAS: 50-81-7) is widely present in fresh fruits and vegetables, and it is an essential nutrient for the human body and many animals, which cannot be synthesized by themselves and must be obtained from food or external supplements.L (+) -Ascorbic acid (CAS: 50-81-7) has strong antioxidant properties, which can protect cells from damage caused by free radicals, and also participate in many important metabolic reactions in the body.
Synonyms
Ascorbic acid, L-Ascorbic acid, L-Threoascorbic acid, Antiscorbutic vitamin, Vitamin C, L (+) -Threo-2,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxy-2-hexenoic acid γ-lactone
Applications
1. Pharmaceutical Field: Used as raw material for pharmaceuticals to produce vitamin C tablets, injections and other preparations, which are used to prevent and treat scurvy, and also used as auxiliary drugs for the treatment of various acute and chronic infectious diseases, purpura and other diseases. L (+) -Ascorbic acid (CAS: 50-81-7) can enhance the body's immunity and promote the absorption of iron. 2. Cosmetics Field: As a cosmetic raw material, L (+) -Ascorbic acid (CAS: 50-81-7) has the effects of whitening, anti-aging, fading spots and moisturizing. It can inhibit the formation of melanin, promote collagen synthesis, improve skin elasticity and reduce wrinkles. 3. Food Additive Field: Used as a food antioxidant, preservative and nutrition enhancer, added to beverages, candies, canned fruits, meat products and other foods to extend the shelf life of food, prevent food oxidation discoloration, and supplement the vitamin C needed by the human body. 4. Fine Chemical Field:L (+) -Ascorbic acid (CAS: 50-81-7) is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of other fine chemicals, and also used in the production of feed additives to improve the growth performance and immunity of animals.
Purity
≥99.0%
Molecular Formula
C6H8O6
Molecular Weight
176.13 g/mol
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse, avoid direct sunlight, moisture and high temperature, keep away from oxidants and alkaline substances
Appearance
White to slightly yellowish crystalline powder, odorless, with a sour taste
Density
1.65 g/cm3 (20 °C)
Melting Point
190-192 °C (decomposes)
EINECS
200-066-2