- Production:
- Sodium gluconate can be obtained by the oxidation of glucose.
- Applications:
- Construction Industry: It can be used as a concrete additive to improve the workability of concrete.
- Food Industry: Sodium gluconate is used in the processing and preservation of food products.
Properties of Sodium Gluconate:
- Chemical Formula: C6H11NaO7
- Molecular Weight: Approximately 218.14 g/mol
- Physical State: White powder or granules
- Odor: Odorless
- Solubility: Easily soluble in water
- Hazard Symbols: Contact with skin and eyes may cause irritation.