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Erythorbic Acid

Identification

Synonyms: Isovitamin C; D-araboascorbic acid; D-erythro-Hex-2-enonic acid, gamma-lactone; D-Isoascorbic Acid

CAS No.: 89-65-6

Molecular Weight: 176.13

Molecular Formula: C6H8O6

Structural Formula:

m.p.: 169-172°C

Application

Erythorbic acid is an antioxidant in food, beverage industry without any toxic and side effects.

Specification

Item

Specification

erythorbic acid content

99.0~100.5%

specific rotation

-16.5~-18.0 °

residues on ignition

0.3% max

heavy metals (as Pb)

0.001%max

lead 0.0005%max

arsenic 0.0003%max

mesh size (residue of 20 mesh) 2%max

odor no peculiar odor

appearance white or light yellow powder

Standard Packing

25kgs net/fiber drum with aluminum foil and plastic lining

Risks and Safety Info