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