WEGO Chemical & Mineral Corp.

Ascorbic Acid USP 27

Product Information

Product Name

Ascorbic Acid

Certifications

USP 27; Kosher

Synonyms

Vitamin C

CAS Number

50-81-7

Molecular Weight

176.12

Molecular Formula

C6H8O6

Specifications

Appearance

White, crystalline powder

Melting Point

191 – 192 °C

Purity

99 – 100 %

pH

2.2 – 2.5

Clarity of Solution

Pass

Color of Solution

≤ BY₇

Copper (Cu)

≤ 0.0005 %

Heavy metal

≤ 0.0002 %

Oxalic Acid

≤ 0.2 %

Iron (Fe)

≤ 0.0002 %

Lead (Pb)

≤ 2 ppm

Specific Rotation
  • 20.5 – + 21.5°

Organic Volatile Impurities

Meets requirements

Residue on Ignition

≤ 0.1 %

Packing Options

25 kg net cartons

Other packing options are available upon request

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