A six carbon compound related to glucose. It is found naturally in citrus fruits and many vegetables. Ascorbic acid is an essential nutrient in human diets, and necessary to maintain connective tissue and bone. Its biologically active form, vitamin C, functions as a reducing agent and coenzyme in several metabolic pathways. Vitamin C is considered an antioxidant. Its therapeutic use is listed as hematologic agents. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a mineral/inorganic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Ascofer, Complefer and Nedifer. Its PubChem CID is 86763295.
Ferrous ascorbate
| CAS No | 24808-52-4 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C12H12FeO12.2H |
| Molecular Weight | 406.08 g/mol |
| Synonyms | bis((2R)-2-[(1S)-1,2-dihydroxyethyl]-3-hydroxy-5-oxo-2H-furan-4-olate);iron(2+) |
Zoho Contact Form
"*" indicates required fields
Frequently Asked Questions
A six carbon compound related to glucose. It is found naturally in citrus fruits and many vegetables. Ascorbic acid is an essential nutrient in human diets, and necessary to maintain connective tissue and bone.
The listed CAS number is 24808-52-4.
The listed molecular formula is C12H12FeO12.2H.
The listed molecular weight is 406.08 g/mol.
bis((2R)-2-[(1S)-1,2-dihydroxyethyl]-3-hydroxy-5-oxo-2H-furan-4-olate);iron(2+).
The source lists Ascofer, Complefer and Nedifer.