L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5%
Synonyms: L-Threoascorbic acid · Antiscorbutic factor · Vitamin C · ascorbic acid
L-Ascorbic acid (CAS 50-81-7) – natural product, ACS grade, 99.5–100.5%. C6H8O6, MW 176.12. Request a quote: COA, bulk packs and worldwide export.
About L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5%
Listed under CAS 50-81-7, L-Ascorbic acid is a natural product available from Vaqora Chemicals in ACS grade at a purity of 99.5–100.5%. Formula C6H8O6, molecular weight 176.12 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2R)-2-[(1S)-1,2-dihydroxyethyl]-3,4-dihydroxy-2H-furan-5-one. Common synonyms include L-Threoascorbic acid and Antiscorbutic factor.
The material typically appears as a white to pale yellow powder or crystalline powder. Literature values give a melting point of 190-194 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.
It is commonly used for phytochemical research, natural product screening, nutraceutical R and D and food and flavour applications. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.
We offer L-Ascorbic acid in 5 g, 100 g, 500 g and 5 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.
Typical applications
- Phytochemical research
- Natural product screening
- Nutraceutical R&D
- Food & flavour applications
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Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5% |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-003848 |
| CAS Number | 50-81-7 |
| IUPAC name | (2R)-2-[(1S)-1,2-dihydroxyethyl]-3,4-dihydroxy-2H-furan-5-one |
| Molecular formula | C6H8O6 |
| Molecular weight | 176.12 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 176.0321 |
| Grade | ACS |
| Purity / assay | 99.5–100.5% |
| HSN code | 29362700 |
| InChIKey | CIWBSHSKHKDKBQ-JLAZNSOCSA-N |
| SMILES | C([C@@H]([C@@H]1C(=C(C(=O)O1)O)O)O)O |
| PubChem CID | 54670067 |
| Physical form | Powder |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to pale yellow powder or crystalline powder |
| Melting point | 190-194 °C |
| LogP (XLogP3) | -1.6 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 4 / 6 |
| TPSA | 107 Ų |
| Synonyms | L-Threoascorbic acid, Antiscorbutic factor, Vitamin C, ascorbic acid, L(+)-Ascorbic acid, Ascoltin, Cevitamic acid, Ascorin, Ascorteal, Cantaxin, Cenetone, Cevatine |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5%?
The CAS Registry Number of L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5% is 50-81-7. It is also known as L-Threoascorbic acid, Antiscorbutic factor, Vitamin C.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5%?
L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5% has the molecular formula C6H8O6 and a molecular weight of 176.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2R)-2-[(1S)-1,2-dihydroxyethyl]-3,4-dihydroxy-2H-furan-5-one.
Which grade and pack sizes of L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5% can I order?
We supply L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5% in ACS (99.5–100.5%) grade, in 5 g, 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5%?
Yes. Every lot of L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.
Can L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5% be shipped internationally?
Yes. We export L-Ascorbic acid, ACS reagent, ≥99.5-100.5% worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.
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