Vitamin C Glyceryl Ascorbate
Glyceryl ascorbate, 2-O-(2,3-Dihydroxypropyl)-L-ascorbic acid, RefChem:1063955, DTXCID301700216
- CAS
- 1120360-13-5
- Sectors
- Personal Care & Cosmetics, Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Pharma & Healthcare
Vitamin C Glyceryl Ascorbate (CAS 1120360-13-5) is a glycerol ester of L-ascorbic acid, supplied as a powder or liquid concentrate depending on grade and source. It combines antioxidant activity with humectant properties in a single molecule, offering improved oxidative stability relative to standard ascorbic acid.
Available in Food Grade and Pharma Grade specifications, it is compatible with aqueous formulation systems across a broader pH range than ascorbic acid alone. SoleChem supplies this ingredient to manufacturers in the personal care, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical sectors.
SoleChem, an ISO 9001:2015 certified chemical supplier based in Türkiye, delivers Vitamin C Glyceryl Ascorbate (CAS 1120360-13-5) to customers in more than 40 countries.
Vitamin C Glyceryl Ascorbate
Applications
- Personal Care & Cosmetics: antioxidant humectant in serums, moisturisers, emulsions; more stable than ascorbic acid.
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements: bioavailable vitamin C; EU claims cover immunity, collagen, oxidative stress.
- Pharma & Healthcare: pharma-grade material meeting USP/FCC purity and CoA requirements.
- Food & Beverage: antioxidant stabiliser with dual moisture-retention functionality.
- Biochemical & Industrial: used in oxidative degradation studies of ascorbic acid derivatives.
Safety & Risks
Not classified under GHS; low acute hazard profile. Handle with standard PPE (gloves, eye protection). Store in a cool, dry location away from direct light and moisture to preserve stability.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kg drums or cartons; 1–5 kg small-lot options available. Store cool, dry, and away from light.