Ethyl Ascorbic Acid CAS 86404-04-8

Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (3-O-Ethyl-L-Ascorbic Acid) is a highly stable, water-soluble vitamin C derivative widely used in brightening and anti-aging cosmetic formulations. It combines strong antioxidant performance with good formulation stability and skin penetration, making it suitable for high-end serums, creams, lotions and masks. For detailed specifications, pricing and samples, please contact us at 📧 Email: info@industrochem.com.

Physicochemical Properties

Applications

1. Skin brightening and tone-evening

• Inhibits melanogenesis and reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation, age spots and post-inflammatory dark marks.
• Helps achieve a more uniform, luminous skin tone when used continuously in brightening serums, spot treatments and day/night creams.

2. Anti-aging and anti-photoaging care

• Provides antioxidant protection against free radicals generated by UV exposure and pollution.
• Supports collagen synthesis, helping improve skin firmness, elasticity and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in anti-aging formulas.

3. Daily antioxidant defense

• Suitable for daily-use products designed to protect urban skin from environmental stress, such as facial essences, moisturizers and hybrid sunscreen/antioxidant products.

4. Synergistic whitening and repair systems

• Can be combined with niacinamide, arbutin, tranexamic acid, alpha-arbutin and other actives in multi-functional whitening and anti-spot formulas.
• Works well alongside UV filters and other antioxidants to strengthen overall skin barrier protection.

Storage Conditions

To maintain quality during storage and transport:

• Temperature: Store tightly closed at 2–8 °C for long-term stability; short transports at room temperature are acceptable if protected from heat.
• Environment: Keep in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from sources of heat and moisture.
• Light protection: Protect from direct sunlight and strong UV exposure (use light-proof or aluminum foil packaging).
• Container: Store in original sealed packaging or in well-closed, clean containers (inner PE bag + outer drum/box) to avoid contact with air and humidity.
• Shelf life: Typically up to 24 months under appropriate storage conditions; follow your own QC/COA data.

Safety Precautions

Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is generally considered safe as a cosmetic raw material when handled correctly and used at recommended levels. However, as a concentrated powder it should be handled in line with standard chemical safety practices:

• Classification: May cause serious eye irritation (Eye Irrit. 2, H319) according to several SDS documents.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE):
  • Wear suitable eye/face protection (safety glasses or goggles).
  • Use protective gloves and laboratory coat when handling bulk powder.
• Handling:
  • Avoid creating dust; handle in a well-ventilated area.
  • Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling the product.
  • Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling.
• First aid (summary)
  • Eyes: Rinse carefully with plenty of water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; seek medical advice if irritation persists.
  • Skin: Wash with soap and water; get medical attention if irritation develops.
  • Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; seek medical advice if symptoms occur.
  • Ingestion: Rinse mouth; seek medical advice if unwell.
• Use limitation: Raw material not for direct undiluted use on skin by consumers. It should be processed by qualified manufacturers into finished cosmetic or personal-care products that comply with local regulations.