Product Overview & Quality

Product Name: Ascorbic acid (L-ascorbic acid) or Vitamin C
Brand: Kemaus (Product Code: KA-079)
Grade: Laboratory Grade (Lab Grade). Manufactured under Kemaus standards to ensure high and reliable purity. Perfectly suited for general laboratory applications, educational experiments, industrial food QC testing, cosmetic research, and basic chemical analysis.
Physical Properties: Odorless, white to slightly yellowish crystalline powder with a sharp acidic taste.
Solubility: Highly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol.
Key Use: Widely used as a reference standard for determining Vitamin C content in food and beverage assays. Functions as an effective antioxidant and reducing agent in organic synthesis. Also utilized in cosmetic product development labs for stability and formulation testing.

Safety & Hazards

Classification: Not classified as a hazardous substance according to GHS regulations. It is a highly safe compound with zero skin toxicity.
Health Risks: Direct eye contact with large amounts of dust may cause mild, temporary acidic irritation or redness. Inhalation of fine dust may cause minor coughing or sneezing.
First Aid Measures: Flush eyes immediately with plenty of water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops or persists.

Handling & Storage

Storage: Highly Light and Air Sensitive. Subject to oxidation and discoloration (turning yellowish-brown) when exposed to light, air, and moisture. Must be stored in the original tightly sealed Kemaus container in a cool, dry, and dark place (below 30 degrees Celsius).
Precautions: Wear standard personal protective equipment (PPE), including a dust mask, safety glasses, and laboratory gloves. Keep the container tightly closed immediately after use to prevent ambient air exposure.