Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 3-O-Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid (CAS: 86404-04-8)?
Answer
3-O-Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid (CAS: 86404-04-8) is widely used in pharmaceuticals as a vitamin C derivative for skin health and antioxidant support. In the food industry, it acts as a preservative and stabilizer. It also finds applications in cosmetics for its skin brightening properties and in research for studying antioxidant mechanisms. Its stability under various conditions makes it suitable for industrial processes and product formulation.
About
CAS No
86404-04-8
English Name
3-O-Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid
Molecular Formula
C8H12O6
Molecular Weight
204.17799999999997 g/mol
SMILES
O[C@@H](CO)[C@@H](O1)C(OCC)=C(O)C1=O
InChIKey
ZGSCRDSBTNQPMS-UJURSFKZSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
