Functional Roles
Industries Served
Physical Properties
melting_point
170-175 u00b0C
boiling_point
No boiling point at normal pressure; decomposes at 196-198 u00b0C
density
1.8 g/cmu00c2u00b3
solubility
Very soluble in water. Sparingly soluble in ethanol
ph
Between 6,5 and 7,5 (10 % solution)
Chemical Identity
| CAS Number | 527-07-1 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexanoate |
| InChI Key | UPMFZISCCZSDND-JJKGCWMISA-M |
| PubChem CID | 23672301 |
| INCI Name | SODIUM GLUCONATE |
Synonyms & Trade Names
Full Description
Sodium Gluconate (CAS 527-07-1) is a sodium salt of gluconic acid that functions as a chelating agent and emollient in industrial applications. This water-soluble compound provides effective sequestration of metal ions and emolliency properties for formulations in beauty & personal care, food & beverage, HI&I cleaning, and water treatment industries. The material exhibits high water solubility with a density of 1.8 g/cm³ and decomposes at 196-198°C rather than boiling under normal atmospheric pressure.