L-Ascorbic Acid 6-stearate

L-Ascorbic acid 6-stearate, a derivative of vitamin C and stearic acid, demonstrates potent antioxidant activity (DPPH IC50 = 3.31 μg/ml) and induces apoptosis in HL-60 cells at 190 μM. Its applications extend to anticancer research and it is utilized in cosmetic formulations for its skin-beneficial properties.