Product Information |
Product name |
Ethyl Ascorbic Acid / 3-O-ethyl-L-ascorbic acid |
CAS No. |
86404-04-8 |
Molecular Formula |
C8H12O6 |
Molecular Weight |
204.18 |
Quality Standard |
99.5% up by HPLC |
Appearance |
White or yellowish powder |
COA of 3-O-Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid |
Test Items |
Specifications |
Results |
Appearance |
White or yellowish powder |
White powder |
Assay(dry basis) |
≥ 99.5% by HPLC |
99.8% |
Water |
≤ 1.0% |
0.05% |
Total Ash |
≤ 0.1% |
0.06% |
pH(3% aqueous solution) |
3.5 -5.0 |
4.7 |
Hazen(3% aqueous solution) |
≤ 10 |
Conforms |
Melting Point |
111.0-116.0℃ |
114.5-115.9℃ |
Heavy metals |
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Arsenic(As) |
≤ 2ppm |
< 1ppm |
Lead(Pb) |
≤ 1ppm |
< 1ppm |
Chromium(Cr) |
≤ 1ppm |
< 1ppm |
Mercury(Hg) |
≤ 2ppm |
< 2ppm |
Microbiological |
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Total bacterial count |
≤100cfu/g |
< 10cfu/g |
Total yeast&mold |
≤10cfu/g |
< 10cfu/g |
Thermophilic coliform |
May not be detected |
Not detected |
Staphylococcus aureus |
May not be detected |
Not detected |
Pseudomonas aeruginosa |
May not be detected |
Not detected |
Conclusion |
The product complies with the specification |
Usage |
Advanced Production and Advantages of 3-O-ethyl-L-ascorbic Acid
3-O-ethyl-L-ascorbic acid, a revolutionary Vitamin C derivative, is synthesized through ethylation of L-ascorbic acid using cutting-edge green chemistry. Unlike traditional ascorbic acid, this stable ascorbic acid derivative resists oxidation and maintains efficacy in formulations without requiring low-pH environments. Advanced production processes employ solvent-free reactions and patented catalysts to achieve >99.5% purity, minimizing waste and energy consumption.
3-O-ethyl-L-ascorbic Acid’s benefits in skincare products are:
1. Enhanced stability for prolonged shelf life in topical antioxidant serums .
2. Superior brightening via inhibition of tyrosinase, reducing melanin synthesis.
3. Deeper dermal penetration due to its lipid-soluble ethyl group.
4. Gentle on sensitive skin, unlike acidic Vitamin C.
Widely used in anti-aging actives and skin whitening agents , 3-O-ethyl-L-ascorbic acid combines science and sustainability. Leading cosmetics ingredient manufacturers prioritize it for high-performance serums, aligning with clean beauty trends. As demand grows for stable, potent alternatives, this derivative is redefining Vitamin C derivative skincare .