Sodium Gluconate

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CAS Number:527‑07‑1

Synonyms: Gluconic acid sodium salt; Sodium d‑gluconate; E576 (food additive)

Chemical Formula:C₆H₁₁NaO₇

Product Introduction

A white to tan, odorless crystalline powder—highly water-soluble. A biodegradable, non-toxic chelating agent widely used across food, construction, cosmetics, metal treatment, and cleaning products.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Property Value
Appearance White to light-yellow fine crystalline powder
Density — (solid)
Melting Point ~206 °C (decomposition)
Solubility ~590 g/L @ 25 °C; insoluble in ethers
pH (1% aq. sol.) ~7–8
Biodegradability ~98% in 2 days
Toxicity Non-toxic; oral LD₅₀ > 2000 mg/kg (rat)

Applications

  • Chelating agent: binds Ca²⁺, Fe²⁺/Fe³⁺, Cu²⁺, Al³⁺—used in cleaners, detergents, metal treatment, and textile processes
  • Concrete admixture: water-reducer, set-controller in ready-mix concrete
  • Food/cosmetics: flavor masking, bitterness control, mineral supplement, pH buffer (E576)
  • Pharma/lab: stabilizer for antiseptic solutions, fermentation feedstock
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