Ascorbic Acid (Food Grade)
Vitamin C | Natural Antioxidant & PreservativeCAS 50-81-7 | E300
A versatile and essential food additive, our high-purity Ascorbic Acid protects against oxidation, extends shelf life, improves product quality, and provides nutritional fortification as Vitamin C.
Why Use Ascorbic Acid?
Powerful Antioxidant
Effectively inhibits oxidation to preserve freshness, color, and flavor in food and beverages, extending shelf life.
Vitamin Enrichment
A direct source of Vitamin C, perfect for fortifying juices, cereals, and other products to enhance nutritional value.
Dough Improver
Acts as a dough conditioner in baking, strengthening gluten networks to improve loaf volume and texture.
Applications & Benefits
Key Applications
- Beverages: Prevents oxidation in juices and soft drinks, preserving color and taste.
- Bakery: Improves dough elasticity and gas retention, leading to better volume and a finer crumb structure.
- Cured Meats: Accelerates the curing process and stabilizes the characteristic red color of cured meats.
- Fruits & Vegetables: Prevents enzymatic browning in fresh-cut fruits and processed vegetables.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does it work as a dough conditioner?
Ascorbic Acid strengthens the gluten in dough by promoting the formation of disulfide bonds. This results in a stronger, more elastic dough that can trap more gas during fermentation, leading to a lighter, larger loaf.
Is it heat stable?
Ascorbic Acid can be sensitive to heat, light, and oxygen. While it is effective in many heated processes like baking (where it acts quickly before degrading), its effectiveness as a preservative can diminish over time in products subjected to prolonged high temperatures.
