Potassium Ascorbate Purified Fine Granular

Jost Code 2630
Potassium Ascorbate can be used as a dietary supplement and as a nutrient. Potassium works with sodium to normalize heart rhythms and to regulate the body’s waste balance. It also preserves proper alkalinity of body fluids and assists in reducing high blood pressure. Product specifications, MSDS’s and certifications are available under Additional Information.

Chemical Data

Chemical Formula KC6H7O6  
CAS Number

15421-15-5

 
Molecular Weight 214.22  
Use Nutrient; Dietary Supplement  
Description Off-white to Tan granule  
Containers 50 kg/ 110 lb. fiber drums; 25 kilogram packs EU only  
Storage Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.  
Regulatroy

This substance has not been found on the TSCA inventory. This substance is manufactured for use only as a dietary supplement.

 
Revision Date 07/17/2007  

Chemical Specifications

Tests Specifications  
Appearance Off-white to Tan granule  
Ascorbate content 75.0% minimum  
Potassium content 16.8% - 19.2%  
Water 3.0% maximum  
Cadmium 1 ppm maximum  
Arsenic

1 ppm maximum

 
Lead 1 ppm maximum  
Solution Clarity (5%) Clear and free of insoluble  
Carbonates Passes test  
Mesh Test thru 30 95% minimum  

Additional Information

Specifications MSDS - English (EU) BSE/TSE
Kosher Certificate MSDS - German (EU) non-Allergenic
  MSDS - French (EU)  
MSDS - English (US) MSDS - Spanish (EU)    
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