Nutra-C® Non-Acidic Vitamin C Ingredient (Food Grade) (3000)

Identification & Functionality

Country of Origin

United States of America (USA)

Ingredient Name

Vitamin C

Vitamin Type

Vitamin C

Food Ingredients Functions

Vitamin Source

Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions

Vitamin Source

Technologies

Food Ingredients,

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

Product Families

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Vitamins

Food Ingredients — Nutrition & Fortification

Vitamins

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Additive-free,

Excipient-Free

Food Ingredients Features

Antioxidant Properties,

Excellent Bioavailability,

Free Flowing,

Free Radical Scavenging,

High Quality,

Improved Bone Health,

Non-Acidic,

Stimulates Immune System,

pH Neutral

Product Features

• High bio-availability
• Better retention
• Non-acidic and gentle on the stomach with quick absorption and powerful immune support.

Applications & Uses

Markets

Food & Nutrition

Applications

Food & Nutrition — Beverage

Energy Drinks,

Powdered Beverages

Food & Nutrition — Food

Cereals & Snacks

Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being

Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Dosage Form

Capsules,

Gummies,

Soft Gels,

Tablets

Food & Nutrition Applications

Dietary Supplements,

Energy Drinks,

Powdered Mixes,

Snacks,

Tablets

Properties

Physical Form

Powder

Solubility

Water Soluble

Appearance

Fine powder, beige to light beige

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Magnesium Content	0.6 - 1.4	%	USP FCC / EPA 6010B
Threonic Acid (As Calcium Threonate)	0.8 - 1.1	%	HPLC

Physico-Chemical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Density	min. 0.60	g/cc	USP 616
Loss on Drying (at 105°C)	max. 8	%	USP 731
pH	6 - 9	—	EPA 9045/USP 791

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Total Plate Count	max. 1,000	CFU/g	USP 61
Yeast and Molds Count	max. 100	CFU/g	USP 61
Coliforms	max. 10	CFU/g	USP 62
Staphylococcus aureus	Negative	—	USP 62
Escherichia coli	Negative	—	USP 62
Salmonella	Negative	/25g	USP 62

Mineral Profile

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Vitamin C Content	min. 80	%	HPLC/Iodometric Titration
Calcium Content (as Calcium Ascorbate)	min. 8	%	USP FCC / EPA 6010B

Heavy Metals

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Lead Content	max. 1.0	ppm	EPA 6020A/AOAC 974.02
Cadmium Content	max. 0.5	ppm	EPA 6020A/AOAC 974.02
Mercury Content	max. 0.1	ppm	EPA 6020A/AOAC 974.02
Arsenic Content	max. 1.0	ppm	EPA 6020A/AOAC 974.02

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

California Proposition 65,

FDA Compliant,

GMP,

NSF Approved,

SARA 311/312,

SARA 313,

cGMP

Chemical Inventories

DSL (Canada)

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bags

Packaging Information

Available in 25kg in one white food bag.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

3 years

Storage Conditions

Store in a sealed box in a cool and dry place. Always keep the product tightly sealed.