Ascorbic acid
USP/1043003 - United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
Synonym: L-Ascorbic acid; L-Threoascorbic acid; Antiscorbutic factor; Vitamin C
CAS Number: 50-81-7
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C6H8O6
Molecular Weight: 176.12
EC Number: 200-066-2
MDL Number: MFCD00064328
Linear Formula: C6H8O6
Product Type: Chemical
| API family | ascorbic acid |
| application(s) | USP Biologics pharmaceutical (small molecule) |
| form | solid |
| format | neat |
| grade | pharmaceutical primary standard |
| InChI | 1S/C6H8O6/c7-1-2(8)5-3(9) |
| InChI key | CIWBSHSKHKDKBQ-JLAZNSOCSA |
| manufacturer/tradename | USP |
| mp | 190-194 °C (dec.) |
| SMILES string | OC([C@]([C@@H](O)CO)([H]) |
| technique(s) | HPLC: suitable |
| Analysis Note: | These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind. |
| Application: | Ascorbic acid USP reference standard, intended for use in specified quality tests and assays as specified in the USP compendia. Also, for use with USP monographs such as: • Ascorbic Acid Tablets • Ascorbic Acid Injection • Ascorbic Acid Chewable Gels • Ascorbic Acid Compounded Oral Solution • Sodium Ascorbate • Calcium Ascorbate |
| General description: | Ascorbic acid, commonly known as vitamin C, is a water-soluble vitamin with antioxidant properties. In pharmaceutical and food industries, ascorbic acid is used as an antioxidant to prevent oxidation and spoilage. The USP Ascorbic Acid standard ensures the quality and potency of ascorbic acid in various formulations. The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics. |
| Other Notes: | Sales restrictions may apply. |
| Other Notes: | This product is part of USP Biologics Program. |
| Other Notes: | This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia   . |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 1 |
| Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
| Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
| mp | 190-194 °C (dec.) |
| UNSPSC | 41116107 |