OriginSodium erythorbate is synthesized from ascorbic acid (vitamin C), a compound derived from glucose fermentation. It is produced through sodium salt formation via neutralization of erythorbic acid with sodium hydroxide.
D-Erythro-hex-2-enonic acid, gamma-lactone, sodium salt (1:1)
Solubility greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 64 °F (NTP, 1992)
Formula
C6H7NaO6
Mol. Weight
198.11
CAS #
6381-77-7
Form
Powder
State
Almost odorless fluffy, white to off-white crystalline powder. Used as an antioxidant and preservative.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Neutralizes Free Radicals
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Mixed Skin Irritation Results
1 study / 1 mixed / reactions slight (CIR 25)
Eye Irritant in Testing
1 study / 1 irritating / reactions slight (CIR 25)
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