ascorbyl

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ascorbyl (plural ascorbyls)

(organic chemistry) A univalent radical derived from ascorbic acid

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These compounds are water-soluble and, thus, cannot protect fats from oxidation: For this purpose, the fat- soluble esters of ascorbic acid with long-chain fatty acids (ascorbyl palmitate or ascorbyl stearate) can be used as food antioxidants. Source: Internet

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