Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium D-isoascorbate E301, CAS 134-03-2 - - PREMIUM INGREDIENT

Sodium Ascorbate | Sodium D-isoascorbate | Vitamin C Sodium E301 | CAS 134-03-2 | Buffered Antioxidant & Nutritional Fortifier

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CAS No:

134-03-2

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Description

Basic Info

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Handling and Storage

Basic Information

Sodium Ascorbate
Common Name	Vitamin C Sodium Salt
E Code	E301
CAS Number	134-03-2
Molecular Formula	C₆H₇NaO₆
Molecular Weight:	198.11
Appearance	White to slightly yellow crystalline powder
Odor	Odorless
Solubility	Soluble in water
Executive Standard	FCC/USP/BP/EP/GB

Product Overview

Sodium Ascorbate (Vitamin C Sodium Salt, E301, CAS 134-03-2) is a white or slightly yellow crystalline powder. It is the sodium salt form of L-ascorbic acid, an antioxidant nutritional fortification ingredient with milder acidity. It supports immune function, collagen synthesis and enhances non-heme iron absorption. It is widely used in dietary supplements, functional food & beverage and animal feed formulations.

Character

Sodium Ascorbate is freely soluble in water. It is the sodium salt of L-ascorbic acid, featuring a milder pH value compared to L-ascorbic acid and less acidic. It retains full vitamin C nutritional activity. It is still sensitive to heat, light and oxidative conditions.

Main Functions

1.Antioxidant Activity: Acts as a potent water-soluble antioxidant, helps neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress.

2.Immune Support: Supports normal immune system function and contributes to the body’s defense against oxidative challenges.

3.Collagen Synthesis Assistance: Essential cofactor for collagen formation, benefiting skin, connective tissue, cartilage and bone health.

4.Enhances Iron Absorption: Helps improve the absorption of non-heme iron from plant-based diets.

Application

1.Dietary Supplements Applied in multivitamin tablets, capsules, effervescent tablets and nutritional powder blends, preferred for formulas requiring low acidity and mild taste.

2.Functional Food & Beverage Used in fortified drinks, fruit beverages, candies and baked goods for vitamin C enrichment. Its mild acidity helps avoid strong sour taste and reduce corrosion to production equipment.

3.Animal Feed Added into livestock, poultry and aquaculture feed premixes to meet animal vitamin C nutritional requirements and support animal growth and immunity.

Sodium Ascorbate vs Ascorbic Acid

Product	Similarity	Main Difference	Typical Focus
Sodium Ascorbate	Vitamin C activity, antioxidant properties	Sodium salt form; may affect acidity and sodium intake	Food fortification, antioxidant, pH adjustment
Ascorbic Acid	Vitamin C activity, antioxidant properties	Acid form; stronger acidity	Nutrition, acidity regulation, color protection

Packaging & Storage

Packaging: Standard food grade packaging

Storage Condition: Store in a cool, dry and dark place. Keep sealed and protect from moisture and light.

Shelf Life: 24 months under proper storage conditions

Product Name:	Sodium ascorbate	Other Name:	L-Ascorbic acid,sodium salt (1:1);L-Ascorbic acid,monosodium salt;Ascorbic acid,sodium deriv.;Ascorbicin;Ascorbin;Natrascorb;Natri-C;3-Oxo-L-gulofuranolactone sodium;Sodascorbate;Sodium ascorbate;Sodium L-ascorbate;Vitamin C sodium;Cebitate;Cenolate;Monosodium ascorbate;Ascorbic acid sodium salt;L-Ascorbic acid sodium salt;Iskia C;HBL 508;ASK-P 10KR;CK 40;CK 40 (ascorbate);E 301;E 301 (antioxidant);Limcee;Monosodium L-ascorbate;Vitamin C Na salt;Sodium (+)-L-ascorbate;Sodium L-(+)-ascorbate;Vitamin C Na;Sodium 2-(1,2-dihydroxyethyl)-4-hydroxy-5-oxo-2,5-dihydrofuran-3-olate;129940-98-3;156683-68-0;884311-57-3;1017795-34-4;1184919-96-7
CAS No.:	134-03-2	Molecular Formula:	C6H8O6.Na
InChIKeys:	InChIKey=WTTKTIBMFBIUSE-RXSVEWSESA-N	Molecular Weight:	198.11
Exact Mass:	198.014038	BRN:	3767246
EC Number:	205-126-1	UNII:	S033EH8359
DSSTox ID:	DTXSID0020105	Color/Form:	Minute crystals\|Minute white to yellow crystals
Categories:	Food Antioxidants

PSA:	110	XLogP3:	-1.53490
Appearance:	white to slightly yellow powder	Density:	1.799 g/cm3
Melting Point:	220 °C	Boiling Point:	235 °C
Flash Point:	238.2ºC	Refractive Index:	105.5 ° (C=10, H2O)
Water Solubility:	H2O: 620 g/L (20 ºC)	Storage Conditions:	Store at RT.
Vapor Pressure:	1.62E-14mmHg at 25°C	Flammability characteristics:	Flammable; burning produces toxic sodium oxide fumes
Specific rotation:	104 º (c=1, H2O 25 ºC)	Odor:	Odorless
PH:	Between 6,5 and 8,0 (10 % aqueous solution)	Air and Water Reactions:	Water soluble. Aqueous solutions are subject to quick air oxidation at pH greater than 6.0.
Reactive Group:	Alcohols and Polyols	Reactivity Profile:	A weak base. Materials in this group are generally soluble in water. The resulting solutions contain moderate concentrations of hydroxide ions and have pH’s greater than 7.0. They react as bases to neutralize acids. These neutralizations generate heat, but less or far less than is generated by neutralization of the bases in reactivity group 10 (Bases) and the neutralization of amines. They usually do not react as either oxidizing agents or reducing agents but such behavior is not impossible.

Classification of the substance or mixture

Not classified.

GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

Precautionary statement(s)
Pictogram(s)	No symbol.
Signal word	No signal word
Hazard statement(s)	none
Prevention	none
Response	none
Storage	none
Disposal	none

Other hazards which do not result in classification

no data available

Precautions for safe handling

Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store the container tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store apart from foodstuff containers or incompatible materials.