Specifications:
Application | Analytical Chemistry | ||
Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
Product Type | Laboratory Chemical | Forms | Powder |
Product Brand | VWR | ||
Product Grade | Analytical grade | Formula | HOH₂C(CH(OH))₄COONa |
VWR Sodium Gluconate is a technical-grade sodium salt of gluconic acid, widely used as a chelating agent, concrete additive, cleaning agent, and corrosion inhibitor in industrial and technical processes. With a molecular formula of HOCH₂(CH(OH))₄COONa and a molar mass of 218.14 g/mol, this crystalline solid is recognized for its biodegradability, non-toxicity, and excellent complexing ability with metal ions such as calcium, iron, and magnesium.
It is supplied in solid form, ideal for dilution or direct integration into chemical formulations used in construction, water treatment, metal finishing, and other process applications.
Product Specifications
Property | Value |
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Product Name | Sodium Gluconate |
Grade | Technical |
Chemical Formula | HOCH₂(CH(OH))₄COONa |
Molecular Weight | 218.14 g/mol |
CAS Number | 527-07-1 |
MDL Number | MFCD00064210 |
Merck Index | 12,08766 |
EINECS Number | 208-407-7 |
Melting Point | 170–175 °C |
Storage Temperature | Ambient |
Physical Form | Crystalline solid |
Packaging Options
Catalog Number | Pack Type | Pack Size |
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27871.295 | Plastic bottle (solid) | 1 kg |
Applications
- Chelating agent in cleaning agents and surface treatments
- Sequestrant in industrial water treatment to bind hard water ions
- Concrete admixture for delaying setting time and improving workability
- Corrosion inhibitor in alkaline systems
- Additive in textile, dyeing, and tanning processes
- Used in metal finishing, electroplating, and detergents
- Suitable for non-critical lab procedures and industrial formulation
VWR Sodium Gluconate, TECHNICAL grade, provides a cost-effective and reliable option for a wide range of non-critical industrial and process applications requiring metal ion sequestration, surface treatment, or setting time control. Its ease of use, stability, and compatibility make it an essential component across multiple industries.