L-Ascorbic acid, food grade (FCC)
Synonyms: ascorbic acid · vitamin C · Ascoltin · Cevitamic acid
L-Ascorbic acid (CAS 50-81-7) – ester, Food Grade grade. C6H8O6, MW 176.12. Get a quote from Vaqora Chemicals, COA included, shipped worldwide.
About L-Ascorbic acid, food grade (FCC)
Listed under CAS 50-81-7, L-Ascorbic acid is an ester available from Vaqora Chemicals (Food Grade grade). With the molecular formula C6H8O6, it has a molar mass of 176.12 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (2R)-2-[(1S)-1,2-dihydroxyethyl]-3,4-dihydroxy-2H-furan-5-one. Common synonyms include ascorbic acid and vitamin C.
Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.
Typical applications include food and flavour applications and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and food and beverage processing.
Vaqora Chemicals supplies L-Ascorbic acid in 100 g, 500 g and 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.
Typical applications
- Food & flavour applications
- Organic synthesis
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Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | L-Ascorbic acid, food grade (FCC) |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-045733 |
| 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 | Food Grade |
| 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 | Other |
|---|---|
| LogP (XLogP3) | -1.6 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 4 / 6 |
| TPSA | 107 Ų |
| Synonyms | ascorbic acid, vitamin C, Ascoltin, Cevitamic acid, Ascorin, Ascorteal, Cantaxin, Cenetone, Cevatine, Viscorin, Vitacimin |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of L-Ascorbic acid, food grade (FCC)?
The CAS Registry Number of L-Ascorbic acid, food grade (FCC) is 50-81-7. It is also known as ascorbic acid, vitamin C, Ascoltin.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Ascorbic acid, food grade (FCC)?
L-Ascorbic acid, food grade (FCC) 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, food grade (FCC) can I order?
We supply L-Ascorbic acid, food grade (FCC) in Food Grade grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Ascorbic acid, food grade (FCC)?
Yes. Every lot of L-Ascorbic acid, food grade (FCC) 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, food grade (FCC) be shipped internationally?
Yes. We export L-Ascorbic acid, food grade (FCC) 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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