## Ascorbic acid

**Formula**
 
$C6H8O6$

**Pyrotechnic use**

Fuel for the composition Golden Powder, a black powder subsitute.

**Synonyms**
 
Vitamin C

**Description**
 
Ascorbic acid is an organic acid. Its appearance is white to light yellow crystals or powder. It is water soluble. In pyrotechnics it is primarily used as a fuel for the composition [Golden Powder](Golden_Powder.html "Golden Powder"), a black powder substitute.

**Sources** 

TBD

**Hazards**
 
None, as it can be used as a food supplement.