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Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) Supplier South Africa | Nutraceutical & Food Grade Vitamin C Powder
Ascorbic Acid (L-ascorbic acid, Vitamin C) is a high-purity, water-soluble vitamin widely used for dietary supplements, functional foods and beverages, premixes, and dermaceutical formulations. Supplied as a free-flowing crystalline powder with tight assay, controlled moisture, and low heavy metals, it is suitable for tablet, capsule, sachet, beverage and cosmetic applications. With strategic local stock in Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town, we ensure reliable supply, full batch traceability, and expert technical support
Key Performance Indicators
≥99.0%
Purity (HPLC)
24–48h1
Typical delivery
COA
Per shipment
Why Choose Our L-Ascorbic acid?
Stable Supply
Consistent availability through established supplier networks
Technical Support
Formulation guidance and application support from our team
Product Identity
- Chemical name
- L-Ascorbic acid
- Synonyms
- Vitamin C, L-ascorbate
- Formula
- C₆H₁₅O₄P
- CAS
- 50-81-7
- Appearance
- White to almost white crystalline powder
Technical Specifications
Quality Parameters2
- Assay (HPLC)
- ≥ 99.0%
- Loss on drying
- ≤ 0.4%
- Heavy metals
- ≤10 ppm
- Arsenic
- ≤ 3 ppm
Physical Properties3
- pH (5% solution)
- 2.2 – 2.8
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Key Applications
Dietary Supplements
Core active for vitamin C tablets, capsules, effervescents, sachets, and multivitamin blends in human and animal nutrition.
Food & Beverage Fortification
Antioxidant and nutritive fortifier for juices, powdered drinks, dairy, confectionery, processed meats, and bakery premixes in industrial plants.
Cosmetics & Dermaceuticals
Functional ingredient in skin-brightening serums, anti-ageing creams, sunscreens, masks, and cosmetic powders requiring proven antioxidant performance.
Pharmaceutical Formulations
Used in oral liquids, injectables, and combination therapies as an antioxidant excipient and vitamin active in regulated pharma manufacturing.
Feed & Animal Nutrition
Vitamin C source for premixes, feed concentrates, aquaculture and poultry diets to support growth, immunity, and stress resistance.
Processing & Oxygen Control
Applied as an antioxidant and oxygen scavenger in food processing, packaging, flour improvement, and beverage stability systems.
Ascorbic Acid Supply Across South Africa
Massive Dynamic supplies high-quality Ascorbic Acid to major industrial centers across South Africa. Our strategic warehouse locations in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban ensure rapid delivery and reliable supply chain management for your nutritional and pharmaceutical applications.
Gauteng Region
Johannesburg • Pretoria • East Rand
Delivery within 24-48 hours
Western Cape
Cape Town • Stellenbosch • Paarl
Delivery within 48 hours
KwaZulu-Natal
Durban • Pietermaritzburg • Newcastle
Delivery within 48 hours
Packaging
Standard Options
- 25kg carton
- Bulk packaging available upon request
Documentation
Provided
- Certificate of Analysis (COA) per shipment
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available on request
- Full batch traceability documentation
- Manufacturer quality system certification available (grade/supplier-dependent)
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Connect with Our Sales TeamFrequently Asked Questions About Ascorbic Acid
What are the typical delivery times for Ascorbic Acid in South Africa?
For stocked Ascorbic Acid, typical delivery is 24–48 hours to major hubs such as Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town, with longer lead times for outlying areas. Same-day collection can often be arranged from our warehouse subject to confirmed orders and documentation.
What are the key specifications of your Ascorbic Acid?
The standard nutraceutical/food-grade material follows USP/EP-type specifications with assay ≥99.0%, controlled loss on drying, defined pH range, and low heavy metals and arsenic, supported by full COA per batch. Exact numerical limits may vary slightly by batch.
What forms and packaging options are available for Ascorbic Acid?
Ascorbic Acid is supplied primarily as a crystalline powder in 25kg carton with inner liners, with certain suppliers also offering coated or granulated grades for improved compression and stability. Smaller repack sizes and customised packaging options can be provided on request, subject to minimum order quantities and technical suitability.
Do you provide Certificates of Analysis and quality assurance documentation?
Yes, each batch is supplied with a detailed Certificate of Analysis showing assay, loss on drying, impurity profile, and other critical parameters, and can be supported by pharmacopoeial compliance statements. Additional documents such as GMP-related declarations, food safety certifications, and audit-support packs can be arranged.
What safety and handling information is available for Ascorbic Acid?
Ascorbic Acid is generally regarded as safe but should be handled as a fine chemical, avoiding dust formation and storing in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from light and moisture. A full Safety Data Sheet is available covering PPE, storage, spill response, and transport information..
Is this Ascorbic Acid suitable for my intended industrial or nutraceutical application?
The supplied L-ascorbic acid grades are suitable for a broad range of applications including dietary supplements, food and beverage fortification, cosmetic products, and certain feed uses, provided the selected grade matches the regulatory requirements of the final product. Customers should share intended use, dosage form, and target markets so that the most appropriate specification and documentation set can be confirmed.
- 1 Major industrial hubs; depending on stock available.
- 2 Typical parameters shown; exact results may vary per batch. You're welcome to request a COA prior to delivery.
- 3 Physical properties at standard temperature and pressure conditions unless otherwise specified.