CAS 1128-23-0: Reduced ascorbate
Description:Reduced ascorbate, commonly known as ascorbic acid or vitamin C in its reduced form, is a water-soluble vitamin and antioxidant. It plays a crucial role in various biological processes, including collagen synthesis, immune function, and the absorption of iron from plant-based foods. The chemical structure of reduced ascorbate features a six-carbon lactone ring with multiple hydroxyl groups, which contribute to its reactivity and solubility in water. As an antioxidant, it helps neutralize free radicals, thereby protecting cells from oxidative stress. Reduced ascorbate is also involved in enzymatic reactions, serving as a cofactor for several important enzymes. It is generally stable under acidic conditions but can degrade in the presence of heat, light, and oxygen. In dietary sources, it is found abundantly in fruits and vegetables, particularly citrus fruits, berries, and leafy greens. Due to its essential role in human health, reduced ascorbate is often included in dietary supplements and fortified foods.
Formula:C6H10O6
InChI:InChI=1S/C6H10O6/c7-1-2(8)5-3(9)4(10)6(11)12-5/h2-5,7-10H,1H2/t2-,3+,4-,5+/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=SXZYCXMUPBBULW-SKNVOMKLSA-N
SMILES:O=C1OC(C(O)CO)C(O)C1O
- Synonyms:
- (3R,4S,5S)-5-[(1S)-1,2-dihydroxyethyl]-3,4-dihydroxydihydrofuran-2(3H)-one (non-preferred name)
- (3S,4R,5R)-5-[(1S)-1,2-dihydroxyethyl]-3,4-dihydroxydihydrofuran-2(3H)-one (non-preferred name)
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-(+)-Gulonic acid γ-lactone
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Gulono-1,4-lactone
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Gulono-γ-lactone
- <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Gulonolactone
- Dihydroascorbic acid
- Gulonic acid, γ-lactone, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-
- L(+)-Gulonic acid-γ-lactone
- L(+)-Gulono-1,4-Lactone
- See more synonyms
- L-Gulonic Gamma-Lactone
- L-Gulonic-G-Lactone
- L-Gulono-Gamma-Lactone
- L-Gulonolactone
- Reduced ascorbate
- Reduced ascorbic acid
- γ-Gulonolactone
- L-Gulono-γ-lactone
- L(+)-Gulonic Acid Gamma-Lactone
- Gulonic acid, γ-lactone, L-
- L-Gulonic Acid Gamma-Lactone
- L-(+)-Gulonic Acid Gamma-Lactone