L-Ascorbic Acid; Vitamin C
U.S.P. Functional Use: Antioxidant
Chemical Formula |
C6H8O6 |
Molecular Weight |
F.W. 176.13 |
CAS # |
50-81-7 |
Safety Information |
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Health Hazard |
1 |
Fire Hazard |
1 |
Reactivity |
0 |
Test |
Specification |
Assay (C6H8O6) | 99.0-100.5% |
Specific Rotation, [a]D25 | +20.5° to +21.5° |
MAXIMUM LIMITS | |
Residue on Ignition | 0.1% |
Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 0.002% |
Organic Volatile Impurities | To pass test |
UPS limit |
150 lb |
Storage Information |
LIGHT SENSITIVE, OXYGEN SENSITIVE: Keep tightly closed in light-resistant containers. |
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