Appearance
White very fine, crystalline powder that is odorless
Description
Because the vitamin is water-soluble, it must be regularly replenished and is commonly found in fresh fruits, especially in the citrus family that is dominated by oranges, lemons, limes, and tangerines. Vitamin C (commonly referred to as ascorbic acid) is also abundant in green leafy vegetables.
Function
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) is a water soluble, white crystalline material that is stable in dry form. Vitamin C has many functions: it can function as a coenzyme or as a cofactor in the body. In metabolism, vitamin C functions to accept and donate hydrogen. Vitamin C also plays an important role in the synthesis of neurotransmitters, compounds which allow nerve impulse transmission between nerve axons.
Synonyms
Ascorbic Acid USP FCC Micropdr, Vitamine C, Ascorbic Acid Coated USP FCC; Acidum Ascorbicum; Ascobic Acid; Vitamin C, Ascorbic Acid DC97 Starch FR K, Uantox ASCA, Vitamin C, Weishing Pharm ( SHIJIAZHUANG ); Ascorbic Acid DC Type SF-97 “OU” 3-Oxo-1-Gulofuranolactone
Storage
Store below 25oC, Do Not Heat above 100oC. Do not generate dust or expose to ignition sources. Ground and bond all transfer equipment. Milling/mixing/drying should be performed in devices equipped with explosion relief or suppression systems or under inert conditions. Store in a well-ventilated area.
Packages
- 250 Gram HDPE WM Bottle
- 5 kg. HDPE OH Pail
- 20 kg. Box [BASF]
- 50 kg. Drum [BASF]
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industry
- Food & bev.
Product Class
- Antioxidants
- acs/reagent
- acidulents
Other
- Origin: Synthetic
- Shelf life: 2 years when properly stored
- Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 85
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: 199øC
- Melting Point: 191 øC
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 414.54 g/mol