Ascorbic Acid | 50-81-7

Cas No :

50-81-7

Synonyms :

Form :

Solid 

Molecular Weight :

176.12 G/mol

Molecular Formula :

C6H8O6

Boiling Point :

190 °c

Melting Point :

190 °c

Flash Point :

230 °c

Solubility :

Soluble In Water; Soluble In Ethanol; Insoluble In Diethyl Ether

Description :

Ascorbic Acid Suppliers & Manufacturers in India



Chemical Bull is one of the trusted Ascorbic Acid suppliers & manufacturers in India, offering competitive pricing and bulk supply.

Chemical Bull supplies chemical raw materials for food and beverage manufacturing, supporting food-grade Ascorbic Acid sourcing as a supplier, distributor, wholesaler and exporter in India. We serve beverage manufacturers, flour mills, bakeries, fruit processors and food ingredient manufacturers seeking specifications, documentation and bulk supply quotations.

Source Ascorbic Acid powder against your approved food-grade specification, application and quantity requirements. Our team coordinates available samples, manufacturer documentation, packaging options and delivery arrangements.



Overview of Ascorbic Acid



Ascorbic Acid, commonly known as Vitamin C or L-Ascorbic Acid, is a water-soluble ingredient used in food and beverage manufacturing. Food-grade Ascorbic Acid supports antioxidant protection, vitamin C fortification and flour treatment in suitable formulations.

As an antioxidant, it helps reduce oxidation-related changes in food quality. In fortified products, it provides a source of vitamin C. In bread manufacturing, it is used as a flour treatment ingredient to support dough performance under suitable processing conditions.

The required grade and addition level depend on the finished product, processing conditions and applicable food standards. Buyers should confirm food-use suitability and the supplied specification before approving material for production.



Product Profile & Specifications



Product name: Ascorbic Acid

Common names: L-Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin C, Food-Grade Ascorbic Acid

CAS number: 50-81-7

Molecular formula: C6H8O6

Molecular weight: 176.12 g/mol

Food additive identification: INS 300 / E300

Appearance: Typically white to slightly yellow crystalline powder

Solubility: Soluble in water

Main manufacturing functions: Antioxidant, vitamin C fortification ingredient and flour treatment agent



Food & Beverage Manufacturing Applications of Ascorbic Acid



Fruit Juices & Beverage Manufacturing

 

Food-grade Ascorbic Acid is used in suitable fruit juices, fruit drinks and beverage formulations for antioxidant protection and vitamin C enrichment. Beverage manufacturers should assess its effect on flavour, acidity and vitamin retention throughout processing and storage.

 

Flour Mills, Bread & Bakery Production

 

Ascorbic Acid is used as a flour treatment agent in suitable bread flour, dough improvers and bakery premixes. Under appropriate mixing conditions, it supports dough strength and gas retention, helping manufacturers achieve consistent bread volume and structure. The addition level should be established through flour and baking trials.

 

Fruit & Vegetable Processing

 

Fruit and vegetable processors use Ascorbic Acid in suitable anti-browning treatments to help limit oxidation-related discolouration after cutting or processing. Performance depends on the raw material, treatment method, oxygen exposure and storage conditions.

 

Fortified Foods & Nutrition Premixes

 

Ascorbic Acid supplies vitamin C for suitable fortified foods, breakfast cereals, powdered drink mixes and nutritional premixes. Manufacturers should account for processing losses and storage stability when setting the formulation and validating the declared vitamin C content.

 

Processed Foods & Antioxidant Blends

 

Food ingredient manufacturers can incorporate Ascorbic Acid into application-specific antioxidant blends for permitted processed foods. Its suitability depends on the food matrix, other ingredients and processing conditions. Finished-product trials should establish the required antioxidant performance.



Ascorbic Acid Price & Bulk Supply



Ascorbic Acid price depends on the manufacturer, food-grade specification, assay, particle size, packaging, order quantity and delivery requirements. Share your application, required quantity and delivery location to request current bulk pricing.

For an accurate quotation, specify whether you require Ascorbic Acid for beverage production, flour treatment, fruit processing or vitamin C fortification. Confirm sample availability, minimum order quantity, packing options and lead time during enquiry.



Why Choose ChemicalBull as your ascorbic acid supplier?

 


Ascorbic Acid Manufacturers in India

 

Chemical Bull supports food and beverage manufacturers with chemical raw material sourcing against defined technical and commercial requirements. We help procurement, quality and R&D teams coordinate available manufacturer specifications, samples, documentation and bulk supply enquiries.

Buyers can request material for formulation trials and quality approval before confirming a bulk order. Supply requirements can be discussed for domestic procurement and export enquiries.



Ascorbic Acid COA, MSDS & Storage



Request the batch Certificate of Analysis, technical specification and Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS). For food manufacturing, also confirm the applicable food-grade standard, assay, impurity limits, shelf life and available food-safety documentation.

Store in tightly closed original packaging in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture, heat and direct sunlight. Minimise unnecessary exposure to air and follow the manufacturer's recommended storage conditions. Prepared solutions require separate stability assessment.



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Frequently Asked Questions



Where can I buy food-grade Ascorbic Acid in bulk in India?

Contact Chemical Bull with your food or beverage manufacturing application, approved specification, quantity and delivery location to enquire about bulk Ascorbic Acid supply.

 

What details are needed for an Ascorbic Acid price quotation?

Provide the required food-grade standard, application, assay or specification, quantity, packaging preference and delivery location. Include a preferred manufacturer or particle size if your production process requires one.

 

Can I request samples, COA, SDS and food-grade documentation?

Yes. Enquire about available samples, batch COA, SDS/MSDS, technical specifications and supporting food-grade documentation. Confirm MOQ, packaging and estimated lead time with the quotation.

 

What is Ascorbic Acid used for in food and beverage manufacturing?

Ascorbic Acid is used for antioxidant protection, vitamin C fortification and flour treatment. Typical applications include suitable beverages, bread improvers, fruit-processing treatments and fortified food premixes.

 

Is Ascorbic Acid the same as Citric Acid?

No. Ascorbic Acid is Vitamin C and is used for antioxidant protection, fortification and flour treatment. Citric Acid is a different ingredient, commonly used for acidity control. They should not be substituted without reviewing the formulation.



Contact Chemical Bull to request food-grade Ascorbic Acid specifications, samples, documentation and a bulk supply quotation for food and beverage manufacturing.

ChemicalBull supplies Ascorbic Acid across India, serving customers in Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal, as well as the Union Territories of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, and Puducherry. We serve pharmaceutical, chemical, research, academic, laboratory, manufacturing, and industrial customers with reliable nationwide delivery.