D-Gluconolactone

CAS# 90-80-2

Product Description

D-Gluconolactone, a naturally occurring substance derived from glucose oxidation, serves multiple purposes across various industries, thanks to its unique properties.

Product:

D-Gluconolactone

CAS:

90-80-2

Synonym:

D-glucono-1,5-lactone; Gluconic acid lactone

Structure:

Typical Characteristics

Appearance

White to off-white powder

Density

1.610 g/cm3

Melting point

155 °C (decomposes)

Molecular Weight

178.14

Odor

Odorless

Purity

≥99.0%

Refractive index

1.625

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D-Gluconolactone used in many
industry applications

D-Gluconolactone, a naturally occurring substance derived from glucose oxidation, serves multiple purposes across various industries, thanks to its unique properties. Here are some of its key applications:

  1. Food Industry: Used as a food additive for its ability to improve flavor, stabilize, and act as a preservative. It enhances the quality and shelf life of perishable foods and beverages.
  2. Pharmaceuticals: Incorporated into medications as an excipient to stabilize formulations and improve their bioavailability. It's particularly beneficial in the production of time-release pills.
  3. Cosmetics and Personal Care: Due to its gentle acidifying properties, it is a common ingredient in skincare products, promoting skin renewal and improving texture by gently exfoliating the skin surface.
  4. Biodegradable Polymers: It serves as a monomer in the synthesis of biodegradable and biocompatible polymers, contributing to environmentally friendly materials for medical applications such as sutures and implants.
  5. Water Treatment: Utilized in water treatment facilities to remove metal ions through chelation, improving water quality and safety for consumption.
  6. Photography: Employed in photographic chemical solutions as a buffering agent to maintain the required pH for the development process.
  7. Agriculture: Used as a plant growth regulator and nutrient absorber, enhancing the health and yield of crops.