FOLIC ACID FOOD GRADE

FOLIC ACID FOOD GRADE is a yellow to yellowish-orange, crystalline, practically odorless powder. It is very slightly soluble in water, insoluble in alcohol, acetone, ether and chloroform, and readily soluble in solutions of alkali hydroxides and carbonates. FOLIC ACID FOOD GRADE meets all requirements of the FCC when tested according to this compendium. For food and baby food. FOLIC ACID FOOD GRADE is fairly stable to air, but somewhat sensitive to heat and light, especially to ultraviolet radiation. Neutral solutions are relatively stable. It plays a vital role in many bodily functions and is beneficial for certain in pharmaceutical applications where folic acid helps support cell division and growth.