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Is Sodium Ascorbate vegan?

Sodium Ascorbate

Vegan

Sodium ascorbate is the sodium salt of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), used as an antioxidant and preservative in food and cosmetic products. It helps prevent oxidative degradation and discolouration.

Also known as Ascorbic acid sodium salt, Mineral ascorbate, Sodium vitamin C, Vitamin C sodium salt
INCI name Sodium Ascorbate
E number E301
CAS number 134-03-2
EC number 205-126-1
CosIng ID 37729
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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