Product Description

Gluconic acid, also known as dextroglycine, is a sugar acid formed when the aldehyde group in glucose is oxidized to a carboxyl group under the action of weak oxidizing agents or enzymes. Its 6-phosphate ester is an intermediate in the oxidative decomposition of glucose in organisms (pentose phosphate pathway). It forms soluble salts with metal ions such as calcium and zinc, and is used as a nutrient and medicine.

What are the benefits?

Main Functions and Effects

1. Regulating Acid-Base Balance and Promoting Absorption
Gluconic acid can be converted into gluconates (such as calcium gluconate, zinc gluconate, etc.) in the body, helping to replenish minerals. Its acidic environment can enhance the solubility of elements such as calcium, iron, and zinc, improving intestinal absorption efficiency. For example, calcium gluconate is often used to prevent or treat calcium deficiency, while zinc gluconate can help improve immunity or developmental delays caused by zinc deficiency.

2. Antioxidant and Metabolic Support
Intermediate products produced during gluconic acid metabolism (such as glucuronic acid) can bind to toxins, assisting liver detoxification and reducing free radical damage. Some studies suggest it may participate in regulating glucose and lipid metabolism, but the specific mechanism still requires further research to verify.

3. Food and Industrial Applications
Acidulant and Preservative: Used as a mild acidity modifier in beverages and dairy products, replacing citric acid or malic acid for a smoother taste.

Chlorinating Agent: Can bind metal ions to prevent food oxidation and discoloration, extending shelf life.

Cleansing Agents and Cosmetics: Used in daily chemical products to adjust pH or as a mild detergent.

Application directions

Gluconic acid and its salts (such as sodium gluconate and calcium gluconate) have wide applications in various fields. The main application areas are as follows:

1. Food Industry

pH Adjuster: Used to adjust the acidity or alkalinity of food, such as in rice, mochi, beverages, pickles, condiments, and sauces, improving taste and stability.
Preservative: Delays food spoilage, prevents protein denaturation, and extends shelf life, such as in frozen fish sauce.
Nutritional Fortification: Calcium gluconate and zinc gluconate are used as supplements for minerals such as calcium and zinc in dairy products, infant formula, and health foods.

2. Pharmaceutical Field

Calcium and Iron Supplementation: Calcium gluconate is used to treat calcium deficiency, and ferrous gluconate is used to treat iron deficiency anemia; both have high absorption rates and low irritation.
Drug Carrier: Used as a chiral ligand or drug carrier in targeted drug delivery systems to improve drug efficacy and safety.
Antidote: Calcium gluconate ointment can be used to treat hydrogen fluoride burns, forming insoluble calcium fluoride as an antidote.

3. Construction Industry

Concrete Additives: Sodium gluconate, as a retarder and water-reducing agent, slows down the setting time of concrete, improves plasticity and strength, and reduces water consumption. It is suitable for high-temperature construction or large-scale projects.

4. Industrial Cleaning and Surface Treatment

Metal Cleaning: Used for cleaning steel surfaces, removing oil and rust, preparing for surface treatments such as chrome plating and nickel plating.
Glass Bottle Cleaning: As a specialized cleaning agent for glass bottles, it effectively removes bottle labels and rust, reduces residue, and meets food safety standards.

5. Water Treatment

Water Stabilizers: Used in circulating cooling water systems, low-pressure boilers, and internal combustion engine cooling water systems. By chelating calcium, magnesium, and iron ions, it prevents scaling and corrosion, and improves water quality stability.

6. Cosmetics and Personal Care

Moisturizers and Antioxidants: Gluconic acid and its salts are used in cosmetics as moisturizers and antioxidants, improving the skin's moisture retention capacity and delaying skin aging.

7. Chemical Engineering and Materials Science

Polymer Synthesis: Used as a raw material for synthesizing biodegradable polymers, polyamide materials, etc., for use in environmentally friendly packaging, films, and other fields. Electroplating and metal corrosion protection: As a chelating agent, it is used in electroplating processes and metal corrosion protection treatments to improve the corrosion resistance of metal surfaces.

Company introduction and certificates obtained

Shaanxi Yuantai Biotechnology Co., Ltd. was established in 2014, mainly supplying herbal extracts, functional cosmetic raw materials, organic products, etc. We have our own factories, R&D and quality inspection teams, and have the conditions for development, production, and quality assurance. At present, we have obtained ISO9001, ISO22000, HALAL, KOSHER, HACCP, FDA and other certificates. Therefore, the quality of our products is guaranteed, and it is our original intention to bring high-quality products to customers.

Certificates

Our packaging

1KG/Aluminium bags , 25kg/barrel

Storage: Store in a cool, dry, clean place away from moisture and direct light.

We also have special packaging for special products, such as: retinal - cold chain transportation; deoxyarbutin - vacuum transportation

Packing & shipping

Our team

We have a professional R&D team and sales team, which not only ensure product quality, but also ensure a good cooperation experience for customers in the pre-sale, in-sale and after-sale processes. Our sales team has been trained in professional product knowledge, and can respond and solve every problem in cooperation in a timely manner

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