Vitamin C 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Ethyl ascorbic acid, 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid, VCE
- CAS
- 86404-04-8
- EC
- 617-849-3
- Sectors
- Personal Care & Cosmetics
Vitamin C 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (CAS 86404-04-8; EC 617-849-3) has formula C₈H₁₂O₆, molecular weight 204.18 g/mol, and presents as a white to off-white crystalline solid with melting point 116–117.5 °C, density 1.46 g/cm³, and log P –0.8 to –0.64 (pH 7). Supplied at ≥98% purity in Food Grade and Pharma Grade specifications.
SoleChem, an ISO 9001:2015 certified chemical supplier based in Türkiye, delivers Vitamin C 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (CAS 86404-04-8) to customers in more than 40 countries.
Vitamin C 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Applications
- Sector: Personal Care: brightening serums, creams, sunscreens; 1–3% inclusion.
- Sector: Anti-aging: paired with niacinamide/retinol; supports EU collagen-formation claims.
- Sector: Pharmaceutical: stabilised water-compatible Vitamin C for topical/investigational preparations.
- Sector: Food & Nutraceutical: Food Grade antioxidant; excluded from Directive 2002/46/EC Annex II.
- Sector: Biochemical Research: reference standard for bioavailability and skin-penetration studies.
Safety & Risks
GHS Warning; H319 (causes serious eye irritation). Low acute hazard profile. Use eye protection and avoid dust inhalation. Store sealed, away from light and moisture; no special transport classification required.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kg fibre drums or cartons; 1 kg and 5 kg small-lot options available. Store cool, dry, and away from direct light.