CAS Number

89-65-6

Molecular Formula

C6H8O6

Molecular Weight

176.13

Packing

25kg/drum

Capacity

Production upon order

Storage

Keep tightly closed in light-resistant containers.

Application

Erythorbic acid, formerly known as isoascorbic acid and D-araboascorbic acid, is a stereoisomer of ascorbic acid (vitamin C).It is a vegetable-derived food additive produced from sucrose. It is denoted by E number E315, and is widely used as an antioxidant in processed foods.

Appearance

white or slightly yellow crystals or powder

Identification

Meets the requirements

Specific Rotation

-16.5° ～ -18.0°

Residue On Ignition

≤0.3%

Loss on drying

≤0.4%

Heavy Metals

≤10ppm

Lead

≤2ppm

Arsenic

≤3ppm

Mercury

≤1ppm

Oxalate

Meets the requirements

Assay

99.0 ~ 100.5%

Standard

FCCIV