Wikipedia

Ascorbyl stearate

Ascorbyl stearate
Ascorbyl stearate.png
Names
IUPAC name
[(2S)-2-[(2R)-4,5-Dihydroxy-3-oxo-2-furyl]-2-hydroxy-ethyl] octadecanoate
Other names
E305
L-Ascorbic acid, 6-octadecanoate
Ascorbyl monooctadecanoate
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
ChEMBL
ChemSpider
ECHA InfoCard 100.031.107 Edit this at Wikidata
EC Number
  • 234-231-5
E number E305 (antioxidants, ...)
UNII
CompTox Dashboard (EPA)
Properties
C24H42O7
Molar mass 442.593 g·mol−1
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).

Ascorbyl stearate (C24H42O7) is an ester formed from ascorbic acid and stearic acid. In addition to its use as a source of vitamin C, it is used as an antioxidant food additive in margarine (E number E305). The USDA limits its use to 0.02% individually or in conjunction with other antioxidants.

See also

References

  • Burdock, George A (1996). Encyclopedia of Food & Color Additives. CRC Press. p. 213. ISBN 0-8493-9412-0.
  • Lewis, Richard J (1989). Food Additives Handbook. Springer. p. 70. ISBN 0-442-20508-2.
This article is copied from an article on Wikipedia® - the free encyclopedia created and edited by its online user community. The text was not checked or edited by anyone on our staff. Although the vast majority of Wikipedia® encyclopedia articles provide accurate and timely information, please do not assume the accuracy of any particular article. This article is distributed under the terms of GNU Free Documentation License.

Copyright © 2003-2025 Farlex, Inc Disclaimer
All content on this website, including dictionary, thesaurus, literature, geography, and other reference data is for informational purposes only. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional.