Erythorbic Acid FCC
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Product Description
Product
Erythorbic Acid FCC
CAS
89-65-6
Formula
C6H8O6
Synonym
2,3-Didehydro-D-erythro-hexono-1,4-lactone; D-erythro-Hex-2-enonic acid, .gamma.-lactone; D-erythro-hex-2-enonic acid, gamma-lactone; Isoascorbic Acid, d-erythro-ascorbic acid
Typical Product Specifications
Slightly Soluble
in glycerin
Moderately Soluble
in acetone
Assay
99.0 - 100.5%
Appearance
White Crystalline powder or granules
Sulphated Ash
<0.3%
Loss on Drying
0.4% Max.
Specific Rotation
-16.5 to -18
Heavy Metals
<20 ppm
Residue on Ignition
0.3% Max.
Arsenic
<3ppm
Lead
<10 ppm
Melting Point
164-171 c (dec.)
Molecular weight
176.14
Solubility
water, alcohol, pyridine, oxygenated solvs.
Notes
A stereoisomer of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), erythorbic acid is a strong antioxidant and preservative.
It helps to maintain the natural color and flavor of food products while increasing shelf life.
Use: ANTIOXIDANT
Class
Preservatives and Anti-microbials , Food and Beverage Chemicals - Sweeteners - Acidulants - Emulsifiers
Industry
Erythorbic Acid FCC
Product Description
Product
Erythorbic Acid FCC
CAS
89-65-6
Formula
C6H8O6
Synonym
2,3-Didehydro-D-erythro-hexono-1,4-lactone; D-erythro-Hex-2-enonic acid, .gamma.-lactone; D-erythro-hex-2-enonic acid, gamma-lactone; Isoascorbic Acid, d-erythro-ascorbic acid
Typical Product Specifications
Slightly Soluble
in glycerin
Moderately Soluble
in acetone
Assay
99.0 - 100.5%
Appearance
White Crystalline powder or granules
Sulphated Ash
<0.3%
Loss on Drying
0.4% Max.
Specific Rotation
-16.5 to -18
Heavy Metals
<20 ppm
Residue on Ignition
0.3% Max.
Arsenic
<3ppm
Lead
<10 ppm
Melting Point
164-171 c (dec.)
Molecular weight
176.14
Solubility
water, alcohol, pyridine, oxygenated solvs.
Notes
A stereoisomer of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), erythorbic acid is a strong antioxidant and preservative.
It helps to maintain the natural color and flavor of food products while increasing shelf life.
Use: ANTIOXIDANT
Class
Preservatives and Anti-microbials , Food and Beverage Chemicals - Sweeteners - Acidulants - Emulsifiers
Industry
