Ascorbic Acid (Food Grade) - Industrial Chemical
Industrial Vitamin C
Industrial Chemical

Ascorbic Acid (Food Grade)

Premium food-grade ascorbic acid engineered for demanding nutritional applications including food fortification, antioxidant protection, and pharmaceutical formulations. Our high-performance vitamin C delivers exceptional antioxidant efficiency, consistent performance, and reliable supply for critical food safety processes requiring superior nutritional enhancement with stringent FSSAI standards.

  • E300 Vitamin C Additive
  • 99.0-100.5% Purity
  • FSSAI Approved Quality
  • Pharmaceutical Grade
  • Antioxidant Properties
  • Nutritional Fortification
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Formula: C₆H₈O₆
CAS Number: 50-81-7
EINECS Number: 200-066-2
Purity (Assay): ≥ 99.0% (Food Grade)
Physical State: White crystalline powder
Molecular Weight: 176.12 g/mol
Melting Point: 190-192°C
Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.4%
Residue on Ignition: ≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic (As): ≤ 3 ppm
Copper (Cu): ≤ 5 ppm
Iron (Fe): ≤ 10 ppm
pH (5% solution): 2.4-2.8
Packaging Options: 25kg bags, 500kg drums

Applications

Food Preservation
Beverage Industry
Nutritional Supplements
Bakery Products
Dairy Products
Natural Antioxidant

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized ascorbic acid grades tailored for different food and pharmaceutical requirements, ensuring optimal performance and regulatory compliance.

Food Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.0% Heavy Metals: ≤ 10 ppm FDA Approved: Yes Application: Food additives
Pharmaceutical Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.5% USP/EP/IP: Compliant Microbial: ≤ 100 CFU/g Application: Drug formulations
Natural Grade
Source: Natural fermentation Organic: Certified GMO Free: Verified Application: Natural products
Industrial Grade
Purity: ≥ 98.0% Cost Effective: Optimized Bulk Quantities: Available Application: Industrial processes

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Food Grade Ascorbic Acid is manufactured under strict quality control protocols, meeting international food safety standards for vitamin C applications.

HACCP Certified Manufacturing
Food Grade Standards
≥ 99.0% Food Purity
FDA Approved Additive
Complete Safety Testing
Natural Antioxidant Properties
Certificate of Analysis
Nutritional Grade Support

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Food Grade Ascorbic Acid exhibits excellent antioxidant properties and vitamin C activity, making it ideal for food preservation, nutritional fortification, and pharmaceutical applications with reliable performance and consistent quality standards.

Nutritional Properties
Vitamin C Activity: 100% L-ascorbic acid
Bioavailability: Readily absorbed
Antioxidant Capacity: High ORAC value
Stability Factor: pH dependent
Physical Properties
Melting Point: 190-192°C (decomp)
Density: 1.65 g/cm³
Crystal Form: White crystalline powder
Water Solubility: 33 g/100ml at 20°C
Antioxidant Performance
Oxygen Scavenging: Excellent free radical scavenger
Metal Chelation: Binds copper and iron
Synergistic Effect: Enhanced with tocopherols
Regeneration: Recyclable antioxidant
Purity Specifications
Assay (C₆H₈O₆): ≥ 99.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 5 ppm
Arsenic: ≤ 1 ppm
Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.4%
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 3 years (proper storage)
Light Sensitivity: Degrades under UV light
Oxygen Sensitivity: Oxidizes readily in air
pH Stability: Most stable pH 4-6

Performance Characteristics

Performance metrics demonstrate Food Grade Ascorbic Acid excellence in nutritional and preservation applications with superior antioxidant activity, consistent vitamin C potency, and reliable performance across food, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical formulations.

Antioxidant Efficiency

ORAC value: 5,000+ μmol TE/g

Superior free radical scavenging
Vitamin C Activity

Bioactivity: 100% L-ascorbic acid equivalent

Maximum nutritional value
Preservation Efficacy

Shelf life extension: 2-5x improvement

Effective food preservation
Solubility Rate

Dissolution: Complete in <3 minutes

Rapid formulation integration
Regulatory Compliance

Standards: FSSAI, FDA, EU approved

Global food safety compliance
Thermal Stability

Processing stability: Good up to 80°C

Suitable for heat processing

Safety Information

Food Grade Ascorbic Acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for food use and is an essential nutrient. Use standard food handling practices, avoid dust inhalation, and wear appropriate protective equipment during industrial handling operations. Non-toxic at normal usage levels.

GRAS Status
Food Safe
Essential Nutrient

Storage & Handling

Store in original containers in a cool, dry, dark place away from oxygen and moisture. Keep containers tightly closed and use inert gas blanketing for long-term storage. Use food-grade handling procedures and maintain first-in-first-out inventory rotation.

Store below 25°C
Protect from light
Keep dry, low humidity
Inert atmosphere preferred

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Food-grade ascorbic acid functions through multiple mechanisms including antioxidant activity, enzyme inhibition, and vitamin C nutrition, utilizing electron donation and metal chelation to preserve food quality and provide essential nutrition.

Antioxidant Mechanism

Donates electrons to neutralize free radicals and reactive oxygen species

Prevents oxidative deterioration of foods
Metal Chelation

Binds pro-oxidant metals preventing catalytic oxidation

Synergistic antioxidant protection
Enzyme Inhibition

Inhibits polyphenol oxidase and other oxidative enzymes

Prevents enzymatic browning
Vitamin Activity

Essential cofactor for collagen synthesis and immune function

Provides nutritional vitamin C activity

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures safe food use with complete documentation packages supporting food additive regulations, nutritional labeling, and international food safety standards.

Food Additive Approval

FDA and global regulatory approval for food applications

USP/FCC Standards

Meets United States Pharmacopeia and Food Chemicals Codex

Safety Compliance

GRAS status and safe handling protocols

International Standards

EU, JECFA, and global food safety compliance

Documentation

Complete certificates of analysis and compliance

Food Grade Logistics

Temperature-controlled transportation and storage

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's food science team provides comprehensive guidance for ascorbic acid applications, formulation optimization, and regulatory support to achieve superior food preservation and nutrition enhancement.

Food Applications
  • Antioxidant dosage optimization
  • Formulation stability testing
  • Shelf life extension strategies
  • Nutritional fortification guidance
Technical Services
  • Stability and compatibility testing
  • Quality control method development
  • Analytical support services
  • Regulatory documentation support
Training Programs
  • Food preservation technology
  • Antioxidant application training
  • Regulatory compliance workshops
  • Quality assurance procedures
Supply Solutions
  • Temperature-controlled logistics
  • Custom packaging solutions
  • Inventory management support
  • Emergency supply arrangements

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our food-grade ascorbic acid production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable sourcing, energy-efficient manufacturing, and comprehensive environmental impact management supporting sustainable food systems.

Sustainable Sourcing

Renewable feedstock and responsible procurement

Food Waste Reduction

Extends food shelf life reducing waste

Clean Production

Energy-efficient manufacturing with minimal emissions

Circular Economy

Waste minimization and by-product utilization

Environmental Standards

Compliance with environmental management systems

Water Conservation

Optimized water use and treatment systems

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's food-grade manufacturing facility employs advanced fermentation and purification technology with rigorous quality control systems to ensure consistent ascorbic acid quality meeting the highest food safety standards.

Production Process

Advanced fermentation with controlled purification and crystallization

Consistent quality for food applications
Quality Testing

Comprehensive analysis including purity, potency, and microbiological safety

Rigorous food-grade quality control
Quality Systems

ISO 22000 food safety management with HACCP compliance

Advanced food safety systems
Packaging Standards

Food-grade packaging with moisture and light protection

Optimal packaging for stability

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive field data demonstrating food-grade ascorbic acid effectiveness across food applications with proven performance metrics and industry validation.

Food Preservation
Performance: 3-5x shelf life extension Quality: Maintained color and flavor Customer Satisfaction: 98% approval rate
Nutritional Fortification
Bioavailability: High vitamin C activity Stability: Maintained potency during processing Regulatory: Full compliance documentation
Food Manufacturing
Process Efficiency: Improved product quality Cost Reduction: Reduced waste and returns Supply Chain: 99.8% on-time delivery

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Food Science Expertise

Deep understanding of food preservation and nutrition science

Regulatory Excellence

Comprehensive regulatory support and global compliance

Food Safety Leadership

Highest food safety standards with HACCP compliance

Superior Quality

Pharmaceutical-grade purity for food applications

Supply Reliability

Temperature-controlled logistics with consistent availability

Sustainability Focus

Sustainable production supporting responsible food systems