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Gluconolactone

Catalog Number
ACM90802
CAS
90-80-2
Structure
IUPAC Name
(3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-one
Synonyms
D-Gluconic acid-delta-lactone;D-Glucono-1,5-lactone;Glucono delta-lactone
Molecular Weight
178.14
Molecular Formula
C6H10O6
Canonical SMILES
C([C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](C(=O)O1)O)O)O)O
InChI
PHOQVHQSTUBQQK-SQOUGZDYSA-N
InChI Key
InChI=1S/C6H10O6/c7-1-2-3(8)4(9)5(10)6(11)12-2/h2-5,7-10H,1H2/t2-,3-,4+,5-/m1/s1
Boiling Point
230 °C
Melting Point
160 °C(dec.)(lit.
Appearance
white crystalline powder that is odorless and tasteless
Application
1. Skin care: Gluconolactone is used in skin care products such as lotions, creams, and facial cleansers as an exfoliant and moisturizer. It helps to remove dead skin cells, unclog pores, and improve skin texture and tone.
2. Hair care: Gluconolactone is used in hair care products such as shampoos and conditioners to improve hair texture and shine. It also helps to control dandruff and other scalp conditions.
3. Food industry: Gluconolactone is used as a food additive and acidity regulator. It is commonly found in dairy products, processed fruits and vegetables, and meat products.
4. Pharmaceutical industry: Gluconolactone is used as an excipient in the production of pharmaceutical and medical products. It is used as a stabilizer, buffer, and chelating agent.
5. Industrial applications: Gluconolactone is used in the production of cement and other construction materials as a set retarder. It is also used in the textile industry as a softener and sizing agent.
Active Content
95%
pH
3.6 (10g/l, H2O, 20 °C)
Physical State
Solid
Typical Applications
Use as chelating agent.
Use as auxiliary cleansing agent.
Use as emulsion stabilizer, dispersing agent.
Spec Sheet
Custom Q&A

What is the chemical name of the product Gluconolactone?

The chemical name of the product Gluconolactone is D-Gluconic acid-delta-lactone.

What is the IUPAC name of Gluconolactone?

The IUPAC Name of Gluconolactone is (3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-one.

What is the molecular weight of Gluconolactone?

The molecular weight of Gluconolactone is 178.14.

What is the molecular formula of Gluconolactone?

The molecular formula of Gluconolactone is C6H10O6.

What is the boiling point of Gluconolactone?

The boiling point of Gluconolactone is 230 °C.

What is the melting point of Gluconolactone?

The melting point of Gluconolactone is 160 °C(dec.).

What are some synonyms of Gluconolactone?

Some synonyms of Gluconolactone are D-Glucono-1,5-lactone and Glucono delta-lactone.

What is the physical state of Gluconolactone?

The physical state of Gluconolactone is solid.

What are some typical applications of Gluconolactone?

Some typical applications of Gluconolactone are use as a chelating agent, use as an auxiliary cleansing agent, and use as an emulsion stabilizer and dispersing agent.

What is the pH of Gluconolactone in a 10g/l solution in water at 20 °C?

The pH of Gluconolactone in a 10g/l solution in water at 20 °C is 3.6.

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