Ascorbic acid
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Ascorbic acid
CAS number
50-81-7
Synonyms
l-absorbic acid; vitaminC; l-xyloascorbic acid; 3-oxo-l-gulofuranolacton (enol form); l-3-Ketothreohexuronic acid lacton; antiscorbutic vitamin; cevitamic acid
Chemical class
Organic Acids
Industry claims found in
citrus fruit, tea leaves
Industry claims used in
baked goods, sweet sauce, soups, candy, gelatin and puddings, dairy products
Possible physical or functional effects
Antimicrobial agents; Antioxidants; Flavoring agents and adjuvants; Nutrient supplements; Oxidizing and reducing agents
Properties
industry claims FEMA GRAS; industry claims FDA GRAS; used in cigarettes; used in smokeless tobacco
Toxicology
possible skin and eye irritant from powd. contact; dust may irritate respiratory tract; heated to decomp., emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes
