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Gluconic acid

(50% solution in water) for synthesis

• Synonym(e): 2,3,4,5,6-Pentahydroxycaproic acid
• UNSPSC-Code: 12352106
• NACRES: NA.22

Eigenschaften

• Qualitätsniveau: 200
• Form: liquid
• pH-Wert: 2.2 (20 °C, 500 g/L in H₂O)
• bp: 105-106 °C/1013 hPa
• Dichte: 1.24 g/cm³ at 20 °C
• Lagertemp.: 2-30°C

Beschreibung

Anwendung

• Biodegradable chelating agent for wastewater treatment: Gluconic acid serves as a biodegradable chelating agent that enhances metal ion removal in wastewater treatment processes. This application is valuable for environmental sustainability and industrial wastewater management (Galaz et al., 2024).
• Pharmaceutical production optimization: Gluconic acid is used in pharmaceutical production, where its properties help in the optimization of medication formulations. This application ensures effective drug delivery and stability, crucial for therapeutic efficacy (Xing et al., 2024).
• Food preservation: In the food industry, gluconic acid is applied as a natural preservative, enhancing the shelf life and safety of food products. Its use supports food safety regulations and consumer health (Lu et al., 2024).
• Enhancement of bioenergy production: Gluconic acid contributes to the enhancement of bioenergy production processes, particularly in biofuel production through fermentation optimization techniques. This application is key to advancing renewable energy technologies (Liu et al., 2024).
• Research tool in metabolomics: Utilized as a research tool in metabolomics, gluconic acid aids in the study of metabolic processes in various biological systems, providing insights into cellular functions and disease mechanisms (Patakova et al., 2024).

Hinweis zur Analyse

Gehalt (acidimetrisch): 48.0 - 52.0 %
Dichte (d 20 °C/ 4 °C): 1.230 - 1.245

Sicherheitshinweise

• Lagerklassenschlüssel: 10 - Combustible liquids
• WGK: WGK 1