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Sodium ascorbate (INS 301)

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Sodium ascorbate (INS 301)

Neutral-tasting sodium salt of vitamin C, used as a curing aid in sausages and ham (it speeds colour fixing and limits nitrosamines) and as an antioxidant in beverages and fruit products where acidity is not wanted. FSSAI permits it in listed categories, mostly at GMP.

Grade 2

  • Food grade (FCC)
  • Pharma grade (BP/USP)

Form 2

  • Crystalline powder
  • Granular

Pack size 2

  • 1 kg pouch
  • 25 kg carton

Spec

INS number
301
CAS number
134-03-2
Formula
C6H7NaO6
Appearance
White to slightly yellow crystalline powder
Assay
99.0 to 101.0% (dried basis)
pH (10% solution)
about 7.0 to 8.0
Solubility
Freely soluble in water (1 g in 2 mL)
Standard met
FSSAI, FCC, BP, USP
Shelf life
24 to 36 months
Storage
Cool, dry, airtight, away from light
Usual minimum
25 kg
HSN code
29362700
GST
18%

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