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Vitamin C or Ascorbic Acid is the enolic form of 3-oxo-L-gulofuranolactone. It can be prepared by synthesis from glucose, or extracted from plant sources such as rose hips, blackcurrants or citrus fruits. It is easily oxidised in air.

Function:

  • It is essential for the formation of collagen and intercellular material, bone and teeth and for the healing of wounds.
  • It helps maintain elasticity of the skin, aids the absorption of iron and improves resistance to infection.
  • It is used in the treatment of scurvy.
  • It may prevent the occurrence and development of cancer.

Specification:

Product NameASCORBIC ACID
Analysis StandardBP2004/USP28
Batch Number20080102
Quantity1000KGS
Manufacturer Date2008-Jan
Shelf life3 Years
Net/gross weight25kgs/26.5kgs
Analysis ContentsAnalysis StandardAnalysis Results
DescriptionWhite or almost white crystals or crystalline powderPass
IdentificationPositive ReactionPositive
Melting Point187~192191.3
PH2.1~2.62.36
Clarity Of SolutionClearClear
Colour Of SolutionMax BY7< BY7
CopperMax 5ppm< 3ppm
Heavy MetalsMax 10ppm< 5ppm
IronMax 2ppm< 2ppm
MercutyMax 1ppm< 1ppm
LeadMax 2ppm< 2ppm
ArsenicMax 3ppm< 3ppm
Oxalic AcidMax 0.2%< 0.1%
Loss on dryingMax 0.4%< 0.4%
Residue on ignitionMax 0.1%< 0.1%
Specific Rotation+20.5 ~ +21.5+21.4
Organic Volatile ImpuritiesPassPass
Assay99.0~100.5%99.92%
ConclusionThe Above-Mentioned Product Conforms to BP2004/USP28

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