Vitamin C (L-ascorbyl palmitate)

Item No. VIT-VITC-02
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Description
Description
Active form of vitamin C that is fat-soluble and more stable but somewhat less potent than L-ascorbic acid when incorporated into products. Purity >98%.
Benefits
  • Oil-soluble form of vitamin C
  • Potent antioxidant. Can improve appearance of aged and fragile skin
  • Widely used as add-on ingredient in skin-lightening products to correct hyperpigmentation and age spots
  • Antioxidant effect can be increased by combining L-ascorbyl palmitate with L-ascorbic acid and/or vitamin E
Use
Add to hot fat phase or emulsifier phase of formulas; if it does not dissolve completely add vitamin C and some oil to a mortar and blend the mixture thoroughly with the pestle; suitable solvent: ethoxydiglycol; typical concentration 0.2-3 %. For external use only.
Applications
Lotions, creams, sun care & after sun products, shampoos, makeup products.
CAS
137-66-6
INCI
L-ascorbyl palmitate
composition
L-ascorbyl palmitate
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
White-yellowish powder, odorless
Solubility
Soluble in oil and alcohol, water-insoluble
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Preserve in airtight containers, protected from light, between 46°F-59°F (8°C - 15ºC). Keep the container closed when not in use
Country of Origin
China
Raw Material Source
L-ascorbic acid and palmitic acid
Manufacture
L-ascorbyl palmitate is produced synthetically by adding palmitic acid (a fatty acid) to l-ascorbic acid to form a fat-soluble ester.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2936270000