Sodium Gluconate
Sodium Gluconate is the sodium salt of gluconic acid with a chelating property.
Description
Sodium gluconate acts as a stabilizer, a sequestrant, and a thickener when used as a food additive.
It is usually used in dairy products, processed fruit, vegetables, herbs and spices, cereals, processed meats, preserved fish, etc.
It is also non-toxic and easily biodegradable (98% after 2 days)
Additional information
| Appearance | White or off-white crystalloid powder or granules |
|---|---|
| Odor | Pleasant odor |
| Density | 1.763 g/cm3 |
| Melting point | 206 ºC decomp. |
| Boiling point | 673.6 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Flash point | 375.2 °C |
| Solubility in water | 500 g/l (@20 ºC) |
