What is the minimum order quantity for ascorbic acid?

25 kg (one standard bag). No framework contracts required. Order directly through FDCM.eu.

Is your ascorbic acid food-grade?

Yes — E300 food grade as standard, compliant with EU 231/2012. Pharma grade (Ph. Eur./USP) available on request.

Which countries do you deliver to?

All 27 EU member states via DSV road freight. Standard transit 3–7 business days.

Food Additive · E300 · EU Stock

Ascorbic Acid Bulk —
EU Wholesale
from 25 kg

Food and pharmaceutical-grade L-ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) from EU-audited supply chain. Certificate of Analysis per batch. Delivered to all 27 EU member states via DSV.

Order on FDCM.eu → View Specifications

25 kg

Min. order

€20.11

Per kg from

E300

EU additive

3–7 d

Dispatch

Quick Spec

CAS Number50-81-7

E NumberE300

Purity≥99.0%

GradeFood / Feed / Pharma

FormCrystalline powder

Packaging25 kg paper bag

StorageCool, dry, <25°C

Shelf life24 months

DocsCoA · TDS · SDS

€20.11/kg

25 kg min · excl. VAT

IN STOCK

Product Overview

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) — EU Bulk Supplier

Ascorbic acid — also known as Vitamin C or food additive E300 — is one of the most widely used functional ingredients in food, feed and cosmetic manufacturing. FDCM supplies bulk ascorbic acid from EU stock in quantities from 25 kg, with no framework contracts required.

Our ascorbic acid meets the purity criteria of Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012 and complies with Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives. Pharmaceutical-grade material conforming to Ph. Eur. and USP standards is available on request. Each batch ships with a full Certificate of Analysis (CoA).

As a B2B wholesale supplier operating across all 27 EU member states, FDCM offers fast dispatch via DSV road freight, competitive per-kg pricing for volumes from 25 kg to full container loads, and complete documentation for quality-managed production environments.

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Technical Data

Ascorbic Acid — Full Specification

L-Ascorbic acid (E300) is a water-soluble antioxidant widely used across food processing, dietary supplements, feed production and cosmetics. Food and pharma grade available from EU-certified stock.

Physical & Chemical Properties

CAS Number	50-81-7
EINECS	200-066-2
E Number	E300
Molecular formula	C₆H₈O₆
Purity (food grade)	≥99.0%
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Solubility in water	333 g/L at 20°C
pH (5% solution)	2.1–2.6
Melting point	190–192°C (decomp.)
Bulk density	~650–750 g/L

Packaging, Storage & Regulatory

Standard packaging	25 kg paper bag (PE liner)
Pallet	500 kg (20 × 25 kg)
Storage temperature	Max 25°C
Shelf life	24 months from production
EU food additive	Reg. (EC) 1333/2008 · (EU) 231/2012
Feed regulation	Reg. (EC) 1831/2003
Pharma grade	Ph. Eur. / USP on request
CoA	Included per batch
TDS / SDS	On request, no extra charge
Allergen	Allergen-free
Non-GMO / Halal / Kosher	On request

Industry Applications

Where Ascorbic Acid Is Used

From dough conditioning to cosmetic brightening — E300 is one of the most versatile functional ingredients across food, feed and personal care manufacturing.

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Bakery & Dough

Strengthens gluten network, improves gas retention and loaf volume. Typical dosage: 10–200 ppm in flour-based products. Acts as oxidising agent in wheat flour.

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Meat Processing

Antioxidant and colour fixative in cured and processed meats. Used alongside sodium nitrite to prevent metmyoglobin formation and oxidative rancidity.

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Beverages

Vitamin C fortification and oxygen scavenging in fruit juices, RTD beverages, sports drinks and functional water. Stabilises colour in clear beverages.

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Dietary Supplements

Core active in Vitamin C tablets, effervescent formulations and immune support blends. Pharmaceutical-grade (Ph. Eur.) available for GMP-regulated production.

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Animal Feed

Immune system support and antioxidant protection in poultry, swine and aquaculture feed. Reduces stress-related production losses and improves FCR.

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Cosmetics & Personal Care

Skin brightening, collagen synthesis support and antioxidant stabilisation in serums, creams and SPF products. Used as pH-lowering agent in topical formulations.

Regulatory Compliance

EU Food Law & Documentation

EU Food Additive Regulation

Ascorbic acid (E300) is authorised as a food additive under Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council. Purity criteria are defined in Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012. FDCM supplies material fully compliant with these regulations.

For feed applications, ascorbic acid is regulated under Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003 on additives for use in animal nutrition.

Documentation Available

Every shipment includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) specific to the production batch. Additional documentation — Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), allergen declaration, non-GMO statement, country of origin certificate, and Halal/Kosher certificates — is available on request at no additional charge.

For pharma-grade material, full Ph. Eur. / USP compliance documentation is provided upon request.

Why FDCM

Bulk raw materials — without complexity

FDCM serves SMEs and industrial buyers across the EU. From 25 kg minimum, no framework contracts, complete documentation ready from day one.

Start from 25 kg

No large volume commitments. Order from a single 25 kg bag — ideal for R&D, recipe development or small-batch production runs.

EU-wide delivery

DSV logistics network covering all 27 EU member states. Tracked road freight with standard transit of 3–7 business days.

Full documentation

CoA per batch included. TDS, SDS, allergen declaration, non-GMO and Halal/Kosher certificates available on request at no extra cost.

Audited supply chain

EU-registered suppliers with traceable lot numbers. Full compliance with EC 1333/2008 and EU 231/2012 purity criteria.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

The minimum order quantity is 25 kg — one standard paper bag. There are no framework contracts, registration fees or lengthy onboarding procedures. Business customers can create a free account on FDCM.eu and place an order directly. Larger volumes such as full pallets (500 kg) or container loads are available with adjusted pricing.

Standard stock is food-grade ascorbic acid (E300), compliant with Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012. Pharmaceutical-grade material conforming to Ph. Eur. and USP specifications is available on request. Please contact us for current stock availability and lead times for pharma-grade material.

Every shipment includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) specific to the production batch. Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), allergen declaration, non-GMO statement and country of origin certificate are available on request at no additional charge. Halal and Kosher certificates can also be provided for eligible batches.

FDCM delivers to all 27 EU member states via our DSV road freight partnership. Standard transit time is 3–7 business days depending on the destination country. For deliveries outside the EU or for time-critical shipments, please contact us directly to discuss options.

Yes. Our ascorbic acid (E300) complies with Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives and meets the purity criteria defined in Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012. For feed applications, the product complies with Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003. Full regulatory documentation is available on request.

Samples are available for qualified business customers. Please submit a quote request through FDCM.eu or contact our team directly. Sample quantities and shipping costs may apply. We recommend requesting a sample alongside the Certificate of Analysis to evaluate both physical quality and batch documentation.

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