Glucono-Delta-Lactone
Product name:Glucono-Delta-Lactone
Molecular Formula:C6H10O6
Structural Formula:
Molecular weight: 178.14
CAS No.: [90-80-2]
Characteristics: White crystal or crystalline powder, almost odorless.
Uses: Stabilizer, coagulator, sourness agent and chelating agent.
Application: It can be used for the fresh preservation of fishes ad shrimps , dosage : 0.1g/kg, It can be used to processing bean products (such as, bean curd), meat products, juice beverage, yeast powder, dosage 3.0g/kg;
Quality Standard : BP2015 USP40 EP9.0 FCC(IV) CP2005 GB15571-2010
Package: Net 25kg in plastic woven bag or cardboard drum;
Transportation & Storage: Keep in dry, cool and ventilating places. The shelf time is 2 years. It is a non-dangerous product and can be transported as a common chemical product. Avoid direct sunlight and rain.
Gluconolactone is a naturally occurring polyhydroxy acid (PHA) with metal chelating, moisturizing and antioxidant activity. Gluconolactone can be produced by enzymatic oxidation of D-glucose oxidation. Its ability in free radicals scavenging accounts for its antioxidant property. It is used in cosmetic product and as a coagulant in tofu processing.
Gluconolactone is a naturally-occurring food additive used as a sequestrant, an acidifier, or a curing, pickling, or leavening agent. It is a cyclic ester of D-gluconic acid. Pure gluconolactone is a white odorless crystalline powder.
Gluconolactone is a Calculi Dissolution Agent. The mechanism of action of gluconolactone is as an Irrigation.
IUPAC
(3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-one
Matter Classification
organic
Melting Point
160 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point
230.35°C (rough estimate)
Appearance
Pure gluconolactone is a white odorless crystalline powder.
Acidity and Basicity
acidness
Risk Code
R21-36/38-46-62-63