Ascorbic Acid

About Ascorbic Acid

Ascorbic acid, more commonly known as Vitamin C, is a water-soluble compound, and a potent antioxidant. Vitamin C refers specifically to the L-enantiomer of ascorbic acid, which is essential to human health. 

Its molecular formula is composed of six atoms of Carbon compound, eight atoms of Hydrogen, and six atoms of oxygen, C₆H₈O₆.

Common Uses and Applications

• Food additive
• Flavor stabilizer
• Color stabilizer
• Antioxidant
• Nutritional supplement
• Skincare product 

Industries

• Plastic manufacturing
• Cosmetic industry
• Food industry
• Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical
• Supplement industry