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, combining antioxidant and humectant activity in one molecule with greater oxidative stability than ascorbic acid, and is used in personal care, nutraceutical and pharmaceutical formulations. 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.
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.