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L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate

Also known as 6-O-Acetylascorbic acid, Ascorbic acid-6-acetate, l-Ascorbylacetat

CAS 20229-76-9Formula C8H10O7Molar mass 218.16 g/mol
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L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate chemical structure, C8H10O7, CAS 20229-76-9
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
20229-76-9
Formula
C8H10O7
Molar mass
218.16 g/mol
HS code
293220
Category
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What is L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C8H10O7 and a molar mass of 218.16 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 20229-76-9. The IUPAC name is [(2S)-2-[(2R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-oxo-2H-furan-2-yl]-2-hydroxyethyl] acetate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
[(2S)-2-[(2R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-oxo-2H-furan-2-yl]-2-hydroxyethyl] acetate
CAS number
20229-76-9 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C8H10O7
InChIKey
JOGHFNRWGSNDFS-MHTLYPKNSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H10O7/c1-3(9)14-2-4(10)7-5(11)6(12)8(13)15-7/h4,7,10-12H,2H2,1H3/t4-,7+/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CC(=O)OCC(O)C1OC(=O)C(O)=C1O
Isomeric SMILES
CC(=O)OC[C@@H]([C@@H]1C(=C(C(=O)O1)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • 6-O-Acetylascorbic acid
  • Ascorbic acid-6-acetate
  • l-Ascorbylacetat
  • Vitamin C Impurity 4
  • 6-o-acetyl-l-threo-hex-1-enofuranos-3-ulose
  • Ascorbic Acid Impurity 43
  • 6-O-Acetylhex-1-enofuranos-3-ulose
  • (S)-2-((R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-oxo-2,5-dihydrofuran-2-yl)-2-hydroxyethyl acetate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
218.16 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
218.0427 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.84calc.
Topological polar surface area
113.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
3calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
7calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
15calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.5calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=C1C=CCO1

O=C1C=CCO1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the 2(5H)-Furanone ring system.

877 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate is traded under.

HS 2932.20Indicative HS code

Lactones

World exports in 2024
$1.97B
−4.7% vs 2023, imports $2.07B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China56.3%
  2. India * partner reported7.4%
  3. Germany7.3%
Top importers
  1. United States14.2%
  2. India * partner reported13.5%
  3. Brazil8.5%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate?

L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C8H10O7 and a molar mass of 218.16 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 20229-76-9. The IUPAC name is [(2S)-2-[(2R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-oxo-2H-furan-2-yl]-2-hydroxyethyl] acetate.

What is the CAS number of L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate?

The CAS registry number of L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate is 20229-76-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate?

The molecular formula of L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate is C8H10O7 and its molar mass is 218.16 g/mol.

Is L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate?

L-Ascorbic acid, 6-acetate is usually classified under HS code 293220 (Lactones). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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