L‑Ascorbic Acid (Pure) – 50g (Vitamin C, LR Grade)

L‑Ascorbic Acid, commonly known as Vitamin C, is a high‑quality laboratory reagent supplied in a 50g pack for use in educational science laboratories. Provided in Laboratory Reagent (LR) grade, this versatile compound is ideal for routine practical work, demonstrations, and investigative experiments in school settings.

Identified by CAS No. 50‑81‑7 and classified as Not Regulated (UN: NR), L‑Ascorbic Acid is a stable, water‑soluble organic acid widely used across chemistry and biology teaching. It is clearly labelled to support safe storage and handling in accordance with school laboratory procedures and COSHH requirements.

As an antioxidant and reducing agent, Vitamin C offers excellent educational value, allowing students to explore important concepts such as redox reactions, acidity, and the role of essential nutrients in biological systems.

Key Features

• L‑Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
• 50g pack size – ideal for school laboratory use
• Laboratory Reagent (LR) grade
• CAS No: 50‑81‑7
• UN Classification: Not Regulated (NR)
• Water‑soluble with antioxidant properties
• Clearly labelled for educational laboratory use

Ideal for School Science Lessons

L‑Ascorbic Acid is well suited to KS3, GCSE, and A‑Level science lessons, supporting both chemistry and biology curricula through engaging, hands‑on activities. Typical classroom applications include:

• Investigating acids and pH
• Demonstrating redox and antioxidant reactions
• Testing Vitamin C content in fruit juices and food samples
• Supporting lessons on nutrition and human health
• Developing safe laboratory techniques and accurate measurement skills

Easy to use and highly relevant to real‑world science, this pure L‑Ascorbic Acid reagent is a valuable addition to any secondary school science department, helping students connect chemical principles with everyday life and biological function.