CAS 10361-31-6

D-Gluconic acid, ammonium salt (1:?)

Description:

D-Gluconic acid, ammonium salt (CAS 10361-31-6) is a white crystalline compound that is the ammonium salt form of D-gluconic acid, a naturally occurring sugar acid derived from glucose. This substance is soluble in water, making it useful in various applications, including food, pharmaceuticals, and biochemistry. It exhibits properties typical of carboxylic acids, such as the ability to form salts and esters. The ammonium salt form enhances its solubility and stability, which can be beneficial in formulations. D-Gluconic acid itself is known for its mild acidity and is often used as a chelating agent, helping to bind metal ions in solutions. Additionally, it has applications in the food industry as a food additive and in the pharmaceutical industry for its potential health benefits, including its role in metabolic processes. Overall, D-gluconic acid, ammonium salt is valued for its versatility and compatibility with various systems in both industrial and research settings.

Formula: C₆H₁₂O₇·xH₃N

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O7.H3N/c7-1-2(8)3(9)4(10)5(11)6(12)13;/h2-5,7-11H,1H2,(H,12,13);1H3/t2-,3-,4+,5-;/m1./s1

InChI key: InChIKey=XLCNHLXQKYRGKZ-JJKGCWMISA-N

SMILES: [C@H]([C@@H]([C@@H](CO)O)O)([C@H](C(O)=O)O)O.N

Synonyms:

• D-Gluconic acid, ammonium salt
• Gluconic acid, ammonium salt, D-
• D-Gluconic acid, ammonium salt (1:?)