Pharmaceutical secondary standard, ascorbic acid, (CRM), Supelco®
Supplier: Merck
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About this item
Ascorbic acid, also known as vitamin C, is a six-carbon lactone produced by plants and some animal species but not by humans and other primates.
- Traceable to BP 461
- Traceable to Ph. Eur. A1300000
- Traceable to USP 1043003
Ascorbic acid functions as an enzymatic cofactor for multiple enzymes, serving as an electron donor for monooxygenases and dioxygenases. Ascorbic acid also functions as a powerful antioxidant, particularly in regards to reactive oxygen species.
Certifications: This product was designed, produced and verified for accuracy and stability in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025:2005 (AClass Cert AT-1467), ISO GUIDES 34:2009 (AClass Cert AR-1470).
Specifications
- CAS No.:50-81-7
- Melting point:190…192 °C
- Formula:C₆H₈O₆
- Description:Ascorbic acid
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