3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (CAS 86404-04-8) | Stable Vitamin C Cosmetic Ingredient | Amorewell

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3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (CAS 86404-04-8) | Stable Vitamin C Cosmetic Ingredient | Amorewell

  • INCI Name: 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
  • CAS Number: 86404-04-8
  • Molecular Formula: C8H12O6
  • Molecular Weight: 204.18
  • Appearance: White crystalline powder
  • Purity: ≥98%
  • Function: Antioxidant / skin brightening agent
  • Type: Vitamin C derivative (ethylated ascorbic acid)
  • Solubility: Water soluble / partially oil compatible
  • Product Information

    Product Overview

    3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is a next-generation stable Vitamin C derivative (ascorbic acid ether) widely used in cosmetic formulations.

    Compared with pure Vitamin C, it offers higher stability, better skin penetration potential, and lower irritation, making it ideal for modern skincare systems.

    It is widely used in brightening, anti-aging, and antioxidant cosmetic products, especially in high-performance serum formulations.


    Key Benefits

    ✔ Stable and non-oxidizing Vitamin C derivative
    ✔ Helps improve skin brightness and radiance appearance
    ✔ Supports antioxidant protection against environmental stress
    ✔ Contributes to collagen-related skin conditioning systems
    ✔ Mild and suitable for sensitive skin formulations
    ✔ Oil- and water-compatible (formulation dependent)


    Applications

    Skincare Applications

    • Brightening serums
    • Anti-aging creams
    • Whitening/spot care products
    • Daily skincare formulations
    • Sensitive skin brightening systems

    Functional Cosmetic Systems

    • Vitamin C stable delivery systems
    • Antioxidant skincare complexes
    • Collagen-supporting formulations
    • Radiance-enhancing serum systems

    Specifications

    Item Specifications
    Appearance White crystalline powder
    Assay ≥ 99.5 %
    Water solubility (100g/L) Colorless to yellowish transparent liquid
    Maximum single impurity ≤ 0.05
    Melting point 111.0~116.0℃
    Residue on ignition ≤ 0.5%
    Loss on drying ≤ 1.0%
    pH (3%W/V) 3.0-5.5
    Arsenic ≤ 1 ppm
    Heavy metal ≤ 5 ppm

    Why Choose Amorewell 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

    Amorewell supplies high-performance Vitamin C derivatives for global cosmetic formulators.

    ✔ Excellent stability compared to L-ascorbic acid
    ✔ Strong formulation compatibility
    ✔ Suitable for high-end serum systems
    ✔ Consistent batch quality
    ✔ Global cosmetic ingredient supply capability


     Packaging

    • 100 g / bottle
    • 500 g / bottle
    • 1 kg / bag
    • 25 kg / drum
    • Customized packaging available

    3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (CAS 86404-04-8) | Stable Vitamin C Cosmetic Ingredient | Amorewell

    • INCI Name: 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
    • CAS Number: 86404-04-8
    • Molecular Formula: C8H12O6
    • Molecular Weight: 204.18
    • Appearance: White crystalline powder
    • Purity: ≥98%
    • Function: Antioxidant / skin brightening agent
    • Type: Vitamin C derivative (ethylated ascorbic acid)
    • Solubility: Water soluble / partially oil compatible
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