Ascorbic acid, also known as Vitamin C, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in many biological processes in the human body. It is an antioxidant that helps to protect cells from damage and improve the immune system. Ascorbic acid is essential for the production of collagen, which is important for healthy skin, bones, and cartilage. Our bodies cannot produce ascorbic acid naturally, so we need to obtain it through our diet or supplements.
Applications of Ascorbic Acid
Ascorbic acid is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. In the food industry, it is commonly used as a preservative, antioxidant, and color stabilizer. It helps to prevent the oxidation of fats and oils, and it also helps to maintain the color and flavor of fruits and vegetables. Ascorbic acid is added to many processed foods such as canned fruits, fruit juices, and soft drinks.
In the pharmaceutical industry, ascorbic acid is used to treat and prevent scurvy, a disease caused by a deficiency of Vitamin C. It is also used to boost the immune system and promote healing. In the cosmetic industry, ascorbic acid is used in skincare products as an antioxidant and to help brighten the skin.
Ascorbic Acid Specification
| PRODUCT NAME: | ASCORBIC ACID |
| SHELF LIFE: | 24 months |
| PACKING: | 25kgs/carton |
| STANDARD | GB26687-2011 |
| ITEM | STANDARD |
| Appearance | White or Semi-white Granule |
| Heavy metals | ≤0.001% |
| Arsenic | ≤0.0002% |
| Lead | ≤0.0002% |
| Loss on drying | ≤0.4% |
| Residue on ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Assay | ≥97.0% |
| Total plate count | ≤1000cfu/g |
| Mould&Yeast | ≤100cfu/g |
| E-coli. | Absence in 1g |
| Salmonella | Absence in 25g |
| Staphylococcus Aurers | Absence in 25g |
