Nutritional Ingredients
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
Hs Code :
2936270000
CAS No. :
50-81-7
E No. :
E300
MOQ : 1000KG
Packing : 25KG CTN
20GP LC : 22MT
STC : Keep in a cool, dry place.
Product Description
1. Ascorbic Acid is a white or slightly yellow crystals or
powder,a little acid.m.p.190℃-192℃,easily soluble in water,a little soluble
in alcohol and uneasily soluble in Ether and chlorofom and other organic
solvent.In solid state it is stable in air.Its water solution is easliy
mutated when it meets with air.
2. Usage: In the pharmaceutical industry,can be used to treat scurvy and various acute and chronic
infections diseases,are applicable to the lack of VC,
3. In the food industry, it
can both use as nutrition-al supplements,supplementary VC in food
processing,and also is good Antioxidants in food preservation,widely used in
meat products,,fermented flour products,beer,tea dtinks, fruit juice,canned
fruit,canned meat and so on;also commonly used in cosmetics,feed additives
and other industrial areas.
Application
1. Antioxidant: It prevents oxidation of foods, which can lead to off-flavors and discoloration. This is particularly important in products like fruit juices, soft drinks, and dried fruits.
2. Preservative: Ascorbic acid extends the shelf life of foods by inhibiting the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and molds. This makes it useful in products like meats, dairy, and baked goods.
3. Color Retention: It helps to maintain the natural color of foods, especially in vegetables and fruits. For example, it prevents the browning of cut fruits like apples and bananas.
4. Enzyme Inhibitor: Ascorbic acid inhibits the action of certain enzymes that can cause undesirable changes in food, such as browning and texture changes.
5. Nutritional Supplement: It is added to foods as a source of vitamin C to improve their nutritional value. This is common in products like breakfast cereals, energy bars, and beverages.
6. Flavor Enhancer: Ascorbic acid enhances the flavor of food products by adding a slight tartness. This is often used in confectionery, desserts, and beverages.
7. Beverage Stabilizer: It helps to stabilize the flavor and color of beverages, especially those containing natural flavors and colors.
8. Processed Meats: Ascorbic acid is used in processed meats to control bacteria growth and extend shelf life.
9. Dairy Products: In dairy industries, it helps to improve the texture and stability of products like ice cream and yogurt.
Health Foods: In some health foods, ascorbic acid is used as a natural preservative and antioxidant.
TDS
ITEM | STANDARD |
Appearance | White or almost white crystal or crystalline powder |
Identification | Positive |
Melting point | 191 ℃ ~ 192℃ |
pH (5%, w/v) | 2.2 ~ 2.5 |
pH (2%,w/v) | 2.4 ~ 2.8 |
Specific optical rotation | +20.5° ~ +21.5° |
Clarity of solution | Clear |
Heavy metals | ≤0.0003% |
Assay (as C 6H 8O6, %) | 99.0 ~ 100.5 |
Copper | ≤3 mg/kg |
Iron | ≤2 mg/kg |
Mercury | ≤1 mg/kg |
Arsenic | ≤2 mg/kg |
Lead | ≤2 mg/kg |
Oxalic acid | ≤0.2% |
Loss on drying | ≤0.1% |
Sulphated ash | ≤ 0.1% |
Residual solvents (as methanol) | ≤ 500 mg/kg |
Total plate count (cfu/g) | ≤ 1000 |
Yeasts & molds (cfu/g) | ≤ 100 |
Escherichia. Coli/g | Absence |
Salmonella/ 25g | Absence |
Staphylococcus aureus/ 25g | Absence |
Hs Code :
2936270000
CAS No. :
50-81-7
E No. :
E300
MOQ : 1000KG
Packing : 25KG CTN
20GP LC : 22MT
STC : Keep in a cool, dry place.
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