Sodium ascorbate is one of a number of mineral salts of ascorbic acid (vitamin C).As the sodium salt of ascorbic acid, it is known as a mineral ascorbate. It has not been demonstrated to be more bioavailable than any other form of vitamin C supplement
As a food additive, it is used as an antioxidant and an acidity regulator. It is approved for use as a food additive in the EU,USA,Australia, and New Zealand.
