Ascorbic Acid

Introduction of Ascorbic Acid:
1. Ascorbic Acid, also known as Vitamin C, is a vitamin that human body can not produce on its own.
2. Ascorbic Acid can be used as antioxidants that act as preservatives by inhibiting the effects of oxygen on food.

Uses of Ascorbic Acid:
1. Ascorbic acid, a type of food substances, can facilitate the biosynthesis of ossein and accelerate the healing of wounds.
2. It plays an important role in the metabolism of tryptophan and tyrosine, which can prolong the life of the body.
3. Ascorbic Acid also can improve the utilization of the iron, calcium and folic acid.
4. This kind of food nutients improves the metabolism of fats, lipoid and cholesterol, which can prevent cardiovascular disease.
5. In addition to accelerating the growth of teeth and bone, ascorbic acid also can prevent the bleeding of the gum.
6. It enhances the body's anti-stress and immunity to the outside environment.

Specifications of Ascorbic Acid:

Name	Ascorbic Acid
CAS No.	50-81-7
Chemical Formula	C6H8O6
Specification	BP 2004/ USP 29 / FCC V
Packing	In 25kg cartons
Functional use	Antioxidant
Items	Specifications
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification	Positive reaction
Melting point	About 190 ℃
Specific rotation	+20.5 --- +21.5 o
PH value	2.1 - 2.6
Clarity of solution	Clear
Colour of solution	BY7 max
Heavy metals	10 ppm max
Copper	5 ppm max
Iron	2 ppm max
Assay(on dried basis)	99.0 - 100.5%
Residue on ignition	0.1% max
Organic volatile impurities	Conforms
Oxalic Acid	0.2% max