CALCIUM ASCORBATE

Calcium Ascorbate is a white to yellowish, practically odourless powder, with a slightly bitter taste. It is freely soluble in water and practically insoluble in alcohol. Calcium Ascorbate is fairly stable to air if protected from humidity, but is slightly sensitive to heat. It is less susceptible to discoloration than ascorbic acid. Calcium ascorbate is suitable for use in dry preparations only, because its solutions have a tendency to form precipitates of calcium oxalate. Calcium Ascorbate meets all requirements of the USP, FCC and Ph. Eur. when tested according to these compendia. It is used for the enrichment of dry food products and solid multivitamin preparations. Calcium Ascorbate provides stability benefits over ascorbic acid in pharmaceutical applications due to its reduced sensitivity to heat and discoloration, making it well suited for use in solid dose forms where stability is crucial.