The world's most-used vitamin — a water-soluble antioxidant essential for collagen biosynthesis, immune function, and iron absorption. USP, EP, and FCC certified.
Full analytical profile — Ascorbic Acid (free acid) and Sodium Ascorbate forms
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Grade selection, dose benchmarks, and critical compatibility notes
Purity ≥99.0% (USP/EP titrimetric assay). Heavy metals ≤10 ppm, arsenic ≤2 ppm. Residual solvents within ICH Q3C limits. pH of 2% solution: 2.4–2.8. Recommended for injectables, effervescent tablets, and pharmaceutical film coats where full pharmacopoeial traceability is mandated.
Buffered form: pH of 2% solution 6.5–8.0. Ascorbic acid content ≥99.0% (as sodium ascorbate). Sodium content ~12% w/w — relevant for low-sodium claims. D90 granule 250–400μm for excellent flowability. Preferred in high-dose powder sachets, drink mixes, and products targeting GI-sensitive consumers.
NRV: 80mg/day (EU) / 90mg/day (US, adult male). Immune support: 200–1000mg/day; cold reduction meta-analyses. Collagen synthesis: 100–500mg/day (co-dosing with hydroxyproline precursors). Antioxidant loading: 500–2000mg/day. UL: 2000mg/day (US IOM). IV protocols (burns, sepsis) extend to 6–24g/day under clinical supervision.
Vitamin C oxidises rapidly in solution — encapsulated or coated granule forms extend shelf life 2–3×. In powdered blends, avoid co-milling with metal ions (Fe, Cu) without an oxygen scavenger. Pro-oxidant effect at high iron ratios in aqueous systems. For iron-C combination products, use microencapsulated iron or a physical separation matrix to prevent premature degradation.
SV Botanica's Vitamin C is manufactured via glucose fermentation (Reichstein-modified process) at GMP-certified facilities audited to ISO 22000 and FSSC 22000 standards. Each batch undergoes HPLC purity assay, heavy metals ICP-MS panel, microbiological testing (TPC, yeasts, moulds, E. coli, Salmonella), and particle size distribution analysis before release.
Regulatory compliance documentation includes EU food additive status (E300/E301), FDA GRAS (21 CFR 182.3013), and compliance with the EU Nutrition and Health Claims Regulation (EC 1924/2006). We supply full batch traceability documentation — CoA, MSDS, Allergen Declaration, BSE/TSE statement, and Non-GMO affidavit — with every shipment.
Packaging options: 25 kg multi-wall paper bags with polyethylene liner, 500 kg big bags (FIBC). Custom nitrogen-flush packaging available for extended shelf life. Minimum order quantity 25 kg. Lead time 10–15 business days from order confirmation.
Pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic grades available. CoA and technical datasheets provided on request.
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