Ascorbic Acid Coated Granules · Low-Dusting Vitamin C for Premixes, Bakery & Processed Foods (E300)
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C, E300) is used widely as a nutritional fortifier and as a food additive with antioxidant and processing functions. In industrial handling, fine ascorbic acid powders can create dust, segregation and dosing variability in premixes and dry blends. Ascorbic acid coated granules are engineered to improve flowability, reduce dusting and enhance blending performance, helping manufacturers achieve more uniform distribution and consistent performance. Coated granules are commonly used in bakery improvers and flour treatment systems, premixes, dry beverage and nutrition blends, and selected processed food applications. Atlas Global Trading Co. supplies ascorbic acid coated granules from qualified producers with COA, technical documentation and reliable global logistics support.
Ascorbic acid is also supplied in standard powder form for direct addition and in premix systems with other vitamins and minerals. Explore the full Vitamins & Nutritional Enhancers portfolio or browse our Product Index (A–Z) for complementary vitamins, antioxidants and premix solutions.
Vitamin C coated granules: improved handling, flow and blending performance
Coated ascorbic acid granules are produced by granulation and/or coating processes that create a larger, more uniform particle size compared with fine powders. Depending on the design, coatings can help reduce dusting, improve flow and reduce caking. In many premix and bakery applications, granules are preferred because they blend more evenly with other dry ingredients, reducing segregation during transport and dosing. Grade selection depends on target particle size, coating type, dissolution behavior and the application matrix.
Key characteristics
- Ingredient type: ascorbic acid (vitamin C) supplied as coated granules.
- E-number: E300 (ascorbic acid).
- Functions (application dependent):
- Nutritional fortification: vitamin C delivery in foods and beverages.
- Antioxidant: helps reduce oxidation in selected systems.
- Processing aid in bakery: commonly used as an oxidizing improver (via dough chemistry) to support dough strength and volume (process dependent).
- Handling advantages:
- Reduced dust vs fine powder,
- Improved flow in hoppers and feeders,
- Lower segregation risk in premixes and dry blends,
- Potentially improved storage stability (less caking) depending on coating and packaging.
- Particle size: defined mesh ranges available for premix and bakery applications.
- Solubility/dissolution: coating and granule size influence dissolution rate; optimize for the application (instant drinks vs dough systems).
- Labeling: typically “ascorbic acid” and/or “vitamin C” depending on usage and local rules.
Atlas supports customers in selecting coated granule grades that match your dosing equipment, blend characteristics and performance targets.
Indicative specification points
Specifications vary by producer and grade. Typical parameters include:
- Assay: vitamin C content (ascorbic acid) with agreed tolerance.
- Appearance: white to off-white coated granules, free-flowing.
- Particle size distribution: specified mesh range to reduce segregation and optimize dosing.
- Dusting index / fines: controlled to improve handling.
- Moisture: controlled for stability and flow.
- pH (solution): indicative range for identity/quality control.
- Heavy metals/contaminants: controlled per applicable food standards.
- Microbiological criteria: controlled for food ingredient use.
Each batch is delivered with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and technical data sheet. Additional documents can include GMO status, allergen declarations, dietary suitability (vegan/vegetarian), Halal/Kosher where applicable and compliance statements depending on grade and destination markets.
Where coated ascorbic acid granules are used: premixes, bakery improvers, flour treatment and dry blends
Coated granules are selected when manufacturers need better handling and blend performance than fine powders can provide. They are used in premix manufacturing, bakery improvers and industrial dry blends where segregation control and dosing accuracy matter.
Premixes & dry blends
- Vitamin/mineral premixes: granules reduce dusting and help improve blend uniformity.
- Dry beverage and nutrition blends: controlled particle size can reduce segregation with sugars, fibers and proteins.
- Seasoning and functional blends: improved handling and reduced fines supports consistent dosing and cleaner production areas.
Bakery improvers & flour treatment
- Bread and bun production: used in improver systems to support dough handling, structure and volume (process dependent).
- Flour mills and premix plants: granules are easier to dose and disperse consistently in flour-based systems.
- Industrial bakeries: reduced dust improves workplace hygiene and reduces loss during handling.
Processed foods (selected applications)
- Meat and processed foods: ascorbic acid can support color/oxidation control concepts (application and regulatory dependent).
- Fruit preparations and mixes: vitamin C used for fortification and oxidation control; granules selected for handling advantages.
Formulation & processing guidance
- Match particle size to your blend: select mesh range compatible with sugar/flour carriers to reduce segregation.
- Dosing equipment: granules typically feed more consistently through volumetric/gravimetric feeders than powders.
- Dissolution requirements: for fast-dissolving products, verify dissolution behavior—coatings can slow dissolution.
- Overage strategy: vitamin C can degrade depending on heat, oxygen and moisture; set overage based on validated shelf-life losses.
- Regulatory compliance: confirm permitted uses, maximum levels and labeling requirements in each destination market.
Improve premix handling with low-dusting vitamin C granules
Atlas can supply coated ascorbic acid granules in defined particle size ranges for premixes and bakery improvers, and support custom blending and repacking services. Share your application, target mesh size, dosing method and destination markets—our team will propose suitable grades and documentation.
Discuss coated ascorbic acid granulesQuality, documentation & global logistics for ascorbic acid coated granules (E300)
Atlas Global Trading Co. works with qualified vitamin C manufacturers and specialty granulation partners and manages documentation and global logistics from Ankara, Türkiye, serving premix, bakery and food manufacturers worldwide.
Quality & documentation
- Supplied as food-grade ascorbic acid coated granules (E300) with agreed assay and particle size distribution.
- Each batch delivered with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and technical data sheet.
- Documentation can include GMO status, allergen declarations, dietary suitability, Halal/Kosher where applicable, and compliance statements (grade/market dependent).
- Production sites typically operate under recognized food safety systems such as HACCP and FSSC/ISO 22000 (producer dependent).
- Customers remain responsible for finished-product compliance, labeling (“ascorbic acid / vitamin C”) and permitted use levels in destination markets.
Packaging, storage & logistics
- Packaging: multiwall bags or cartons with inner liners; packaging depends on grade and producer.
- Storage: store cool and dry, away from light and strong oxidizing agents; keep tightly closed to limit moisture uptake.
- Shelf life: defined on COA/label; vitamin activity retention depends on temperature, humidity and oxygen exposure.
- Logistics: shipments arranged under FOB, CFR, CIF or other agreed Incoterms, with export/customs and documentation coordinated from Ankara.
To receive a tailored offer, please share your application (premix/bakery/flour treatment/dry blends), preferred mesh size/particle range, target assay, process conditions and shelf-life target, annual volume, packaging preference, and documentation requirements (COA, Halal/Kosher, non-GMO, allergen, etc.) and destination markets/ports. Our team will recommend suitable coated granule grades and supply options.