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Ascorbic Acid

VitaminsE300CAS 50-81-7

Vitamin C, used both as a nutrient fortificant and as an antioxidant/dough conditioner. One of the highest-volume ingredients in food fortification given its dual regulatory function.

Physical state
Powder
Solubility
Freely soluble in water
Odour
Odourless
Typical usage level
0.01-0.5% of finished product weight, application-dependent
Regulatory overview

EU and US regulatory context

EU Context
Regulation
Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (antioxidant) and Regulation (EC) No 1925/2006 (fortification); purity under Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012
E-number
E300
Status
Authorised nutrient source
Key standard
Confirm current Ph. Eur. / FCC monograph specification with the supplier.
US Context
FDA status
GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe)
CFR reference
21 CFR 182.3013 (GRAS, direct food substance)
Common declaration
Ascorbic Acid
Notes
Pending
Functions & applications

Antioxidant / nutrient fortificant

Technical functionWhat it does
antioxidant protectionSlows oxidative degradation of flavour, colour, and nutrients.
dough conditioningImproves dough handling and gluten network development.
vitamin C fortificationSupplies vitamin C to meet a nutrient content claim.

Recommended applications

Beverages
Antioxidant / nutrient fortificant
Fortified foods
Antioxidant / nutrient fortificant
Dairy & nutrition
Antioxidant / nutrient fortificant
Cured meats
Antioxidant / nutrient fortificant
Specifications

Technical specification

AppearanceWhite to light yellow crystalline powder
ColourWhite to light yellow crystalline powder
OdourOdourless
SolubilityFreely soluble in water
MoisturePending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
AssayMin. 99.0%
pHPending
Lead (heavy metals)Pending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
Arsenic (heavy metals)Pending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
Cadmium (heavy metals)Pending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
Mercury (heavy metals)Pending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
Total plate countPending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
SalmonellaPending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
E. coliPending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
Yeast & mouldPending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
Packaging25kg multiwall paper bags with PE liner, on ISPM-15 treated pallets
Shelf life24 months from production date, unopened
StorageStore in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.

Values marked "Pending" require confirmation against the current supplier CoA before being issued to a client.

Compliance

Legal & compliance notes

Allergen status
Does not contain any of the 14 major EU allergens.
GMO status
Produced synthetically or by fermentation depending on supplier; confirm process route for a non-GMO claim.
Irradiation
Not irradiated.
Halal / Kosher
Typically available. Confirm certification with the specific supplier.
  • Critical QC checkpoints: Assay (min. 99%), Heavy metals, Oxalate, Specific rotation.
Customs reference

Import classification data

CN code (8-digit)Pending
TARIC (10-digit)Pending
EU import dutyPending
Anti-dumping measureNone on file
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