AKA: 89-65-6, D-Araboascorbic acid, D-Isoascorbic acid, Isoascorbic acid, D-Erythorbic acid, Araboascorbic acid, Isovitamin C, Erycorbin, Glucosaccharonic acid
WHAT IS IT? Synthetic
Antioxidant
Acid
Clean
Origin Erythorbic acid is a synthetic compound derived from glucose or synthesized through chemical processes related to ascorbic acid. It is produced through catalytic oxidation and chemical synthesis rather than extraction from natural sources.
2,3-Didehydro-D-erythro-hexono-1,4-lactone; D-erythro-hex-2-enonic acid, gamma-lactone
Solubility Soluble in alcohol, pyridine; moderately soluble in acetone; slightly soluble in glycerol
State
Other Solid; Dry Powder
IS IT FOR ME? Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
WHAT’S IT DO? Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Neutralizes Free Radicals
CAN I TRUST THIS? The paper trail
🛡️ Safety-assessed 2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
IS IT CLEAN? Regulatory Status
JAPAN ⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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