Calcium Ascorbate
Calcium Ascorbate is a mineral salt of ascorbic acid, used as food additive E302, standardized to 98%.
Technical specification
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- Powder
- Sample
- Free Sample
- Certificate
- ISO,Kosher,Halal
Description
Calcium Ascorbate is the calcium salt of ascorbic acid with the molecular formula CaC12H14O12. It is one of the mineral ascorbates widely used in the food industry. The product appears as a white to yellowish crystalline powder, standardized to 98% purity. It is highly soluble in water, ensuring easy incorporation into various aqueous systems, and has a pH of 7-8 for a 10% aqueous solution. Calcium Ascorbate functions as an antioxidant and a source of calcium, without altering the taste profile of the final product. For purchasers, its stability, solubility, and compliance with international standards, such as E302 approved in the EU, USA, Australia, and New Zealand, are crucial.
Applications
Used in the food industry as an antioxidant and calcium source in beverages, baked goods, dairy products, and preserves, for instance, to prevent fruit browning.
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