| CAS# | 6381-77-7 |
| FORMULA | C6H7NaO6 |
| INS Number | 316 |
| E Number | E316 |
| Synonyms | Sodium isoascorbate; Erythorbic acid sodium salt |
| GROUPS/USES | Animal Nutrition & Feed, Corrosion Inhibitor, Flotation Reagents, Food & Beverage, Food Additives, Water Treatment & Pool Chemicals, Collectors, Reagent |
| Markets | Animal Care, Chemical & Materials Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Surface Treatment – Fluids, Lubricants & Metalworking, Water Treatment |
FAQ’S
What is Sodium erythorbate?
Sodium erythorbate is a sodium salt of erythorbic acid that appears as a white crystalline solid used as antioxidant and color fixative.
What are the uses of Sodium erythorbate?
Sodium erythorbate acts as an antioxidant, preventing or retarding oxidation and color fading in foods, especially meats. In meat processing, it accelerates the curing process, helping to maintain the bright red color of cured meats. It is used in poultry products to maintain color and extend shelf life. It can also be found in some soft drinks as an antioxidant.
Sodium erythorbate is also used in food packaging, water treatment products, and corrosion inhibitors for metals.
Is Sodium erythorbate safe for consumption?
Sodium erythorbate is generally considered safe for consumption when used within approved limits. It has been recognized as a safe and effective food additive by various regulatory bodies.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Sodium erythorbate to users/customers for Animal Nutrition & Feed, Corrosion Inhibitors, Food & Beverage, Water Treatment & Pool Chemicals.
Sodium erythorbate Specifications
Food Chemicals Codex (FCC)
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Appearance | White, crystalline powder or as granules |
| Solubility | 1 gm dissolves in about 7 mL of water |
| pH (1:20 aqueous solution) | 5.5-8.0 |
| Assay | NLT 98.0% and NMT 100.5% |
| Lead | NMT 5 mg/kg |
| Loss on Drying | NMT 0.25% |
| Optical (Specific) Rotation [α]D25o | Between +95.5o and +98.0o |
| Oxalate | Passes test |