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Send EmailE300 Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin C, Antiscorbic Vitamin, 50-81-7
Molecular Formula (Ascorbic Acid); C6H8O6
Molecular Weight; 176.174 g/mol
Chemical Name; Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
CAS Number; 50-81-7
It is a 6-carbon compound in chemical structure. It is found naturally in citrus products. It is a necessary nutrient in our diets. It is necessary to protect bones and connective tissues. Its biologically active form is Vitamin C. It acts as a reducing agent and coenzyme in several metabolic pathways. Therefore, it has antioxidant properties. It reacts violently with chemicals that have oxidizing properties. Its solution in water is a moderate acid.
Other Names Are As Follows;
Antiscorbic Vitamin
L- Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
L-threi-hex-enoic acid, gamma lactone
3-keto-L-gulofuranolactone
L-3-ketotreohexuronic acid lactone
3-oxo-L-gulofuranolactone
Vitamin C
L-Xyloasuribic acid
Acecorbic Acid Chemical Properties:
Vitamin C is soluble in water as 400 g/L.
Its melting point is 374 °F- 378 °F.
In terms of solubility, it is insoluble in ether, chloroform, benzene ether, oils and some solvents.
Its density is 1.65 g/cm3.
It is a flammable chemical.
Ascorbic Acid Usage Areas:
Its usage areas are generally medical. The purposes of use here are to use as a source of Vitamin C.
It has antioxidant effects as a preservative in foods. It helps prevent the color, texture and flavor of foods from changing. If we add Vitamin C to dried meats, it keeps their red color.
It prevents the formation of reactions that cause the formation of nitrosamines, which are found in cured meats and can increase the risk of cancer.
It prevents the growth of bacteria as it will reduce food-borne diseases and food spoilage.
It is a natural food preservative.
In medicines produced for the common cold, 300 mg Ascorbic Acid is used together with pseudoepherine hydrochloride raw material. At the same time, a thickening agent and filler are used in this application. The binding agent of this formula is polyvinyl alcohol.
It is used to delay the oxidative odor found in oils or that may occur.
As a curing agent to inhibit the formation of nitrosamines in meat processing systems. It has been determined that it keeps the color quality at a stable level in meats cured with Sodium Nitrate and Sodium Nitrite.
It is used in bread baking processes, to improve the quality of wheat flour and dough. It is used to protect against browning in processed fruits and vegetables due to enzyme reactions.
It is used in the alcohol sector to maintain the clarity of wine and beer.
It is used in the pharmaceutical sector in the manufacture of drugs used to treat patients with colds. These drugs are applied in powder form and added to water.
