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Ascorbic Acid

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Catalog Number CI-SC-0578
Product Name Ascorbic Acid
CAS 50-81-7
Structure
Synonyms Ascoltin
Description Ascorbic acid is a naturally occurring organic compound and a form of Vitamin C. It is water-soluble and found in high concentrations in many types of fruits and vegetables, especially citrus fruits such as oranges and lemons. It is used in some beauty and skincare products due to its antioxidant properties.
IUPAC Name (2R)-2-[(1S)-1,2-Dihydroxyethyl]-3,4-dihydroxy-2H-furan-5-one
Molecular Weight 176.12 g/mol
Molecular Formula C6H8O6
Canonical SMILES C(C(C1C(=C(C(=O)O1)O)O)O)O
InChI InChI=1S/C6H8O6/c7-1-2(8)5-3(9)4(10)6(11)12-5/h2,5,7-10H,1H2/t2-,5+/m0/s1
InChI Key CIWBSHSKHKDKBQ-JLAZNSOCSA-N
Boiling Point 227.71 °C
Melting Point 190-194 °C
Flash Point 180.4 °C
Purity 99%
Density 1.65 g/mL
Solubility Insoluble in ether, chloroform, benzene, petroleum ether, oils, fats, fat solvents
Appearance Solid
Storage 5-30 °C
Features And Benefits 1. Acts as an antioxidant
2. Brightens skin tone
3. Increases collagen production
4. Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
5. Improves skin texture
6. Lightens hyperpigmentation
7. Protects skin from UV damage
8. Reduces inflammation
9. Hydrates skin
10. Enhances the effectiveness of other skincare ingredients
Isomeric SMILES C([C@@H]([C@@H]1C(=C(C(=O)O1)O)O)O)O
Topological Polar Surface Area 107 Ų
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