L-Ascorbic acid

• Catalog No.: 95212
• CAS Number: 50-81-7
• M. F.: C6H8O6
• M. W.: 176.12412

SYNONYMS

• Title: L-抗坏血酸
• IUPAC name: (5R)-5-[(1S)-1,2-dihydroxyethyl]-3,4-dihydroxy-2,5-dihydrofuran-2-one
• IUPAC Traditional name: vitamin C
• Synonyms: Acidum ascorbicum; Vitamin C; L-维生素 C; 维生素 C; 抗坏血病因子; L-Threoascorbic acid; Antiscorbutic factor

DATABASE IDS

• MDL Number: MFCD00064328
• Beilstein Number: 84272
• PubChem SID: 24890107
• CAS Number: 50-81-7
• EC Number: 200-066-2

PROPERTIES

• Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C6H8O6
• Grade: Ph Eur
• Pharmacopeia: testing & handling conforms to Pharmacopeia
• Gene Information: human ... SLC23A2(9962)
• Melting Point: 190-194 °C (dec.)
• Personal Protective Equipment: Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter
• RTECS: CI7650000
• German water hazard class: 1

DETAILS

Description (English)

Biochem/physiol Actions
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. 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.

Description (简体中文)

Biochem/physiol Actions
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. 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.