The neutral-pH form of vitamin C, preferred where free acid would disturb a formulation. Food / USP grade. Available ex-stock UAE.
CAS No.
134-03-2
Formula
C6H7NaO6
Grade
Food / USP grade
Packing
25 kg carton with PE liner
Typical response time: within one business day, with price, packing and lead time.
Sodium Ascorbate is the neutral-pH form of vitamin C, preferred where free acid would disturb a formulation. We carry it within our antioxidants line and supply it to manufacturers across the UAE, the GCC and East Africa.
It is supplied as white to slightly yellow crystalline powder, in food / USP grade, with an assay of 99.0–101.0%. The CAS number is 134-03-2 and the molecular formula is C6H7NaO6.
Applications of Sodium Ascorbate
Typical applications include:
Cure accelerator in bacon, ham and sausage — speeds nitrite colour development
Vitamin C fortification where acidity must stay neutral
Antioxidant in dairy, infant nutrition and plant-based drinks
Effervescent tablets and sachet formulations
Packing, storage and handling
Standard packing is 25 kg carton with PE liner. Store in cool, dry and dark. Shelf life is 24 months from the date of manufacture when stored as specified.
Buying Sodium Ascorbate in the UAE
Technical specification for Sodium Ascorbate
CAS No.
134-03-2
Formula
C6H7NaO6
Appearance
White to slightly yellow crystalline powder
Grade
Food / USP grade
Purity / Assay
99.0–101.0%
Assay
99.0–101.0%
pH (10% solution)
6.5–8.0
Loss on drying
0.25% max
Solubility
Highly soluble in water
Packing
25 kg carton with PE liner
Storage
Cool, dry and dark
Shelf life
24 months
Values are typical for the grade we stock. Please confirm the required specification with our sales team.
Cure accelerator in bacon, ham and sausage — speeds nitrite colour development
Vitamin C fortification where acidity must stay neutral
Antioxidant in dairy, infant nutrition and plant-based drinks
Effervescent tablets and sachet formulations
What packing is Sodium Ascorbate supplied in?
Sodium Ascorbate is supplied in 25 kg carton with PE liner. Other pack sizes can be arranged for container quantities — tell us what suits your plant.
Which grade of Sodium Ascorbate do you stock?
We supply food / USP grade. If you work to a different specification, send it across — a large part of what we supply is sourced to the customer's own standard.
Can you deliver Sodium Ascorbate outside the UAE?
Yes. We ship to Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain by road and consolidated container, and to East and West African ports on CIF terms.
