Potassium gluconate

Description

Potassium gluconate is identified by CAS 299-27-4, molecular formula C6H11KO7 and molecular weight 234.01 g/mol. UNII 12H3K5QKN9; ChEBI 32032; InChIKey HLCFGWHYROZGBI-JJKGCWMISA-M. Melting Point: 180; Other Experimental Properties: DECOMP @ 180 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	299-27-4
PubChem CID	16760467
Molecular formula	C6H11KO7
Molecular weight	234.01 g/mol
IUPAC name	potassium (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexanoate
InChIKey	HLCFGWHYROZGBI-JJKGCWMISA-M
UNII (FDA)	12H3K5QKN9
ChEBI ID	CHEBI:32032
ATC code (WHO)	A12BA05

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	234.25
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	5
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	7
Rotatable Bond Count	5
Exact Mass	234.01418417
Monoisotopic Mass	234.01418417
Topological Polar Surface Area	141
Heavy Atom Count	14
Formal Charge	0
Complexity	176

Physical & Chemical Properties

Melting Point	180
Other Experimental Properties	DECOMP @ 180 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• Odourless, free flowing white to yellowish white, crystalline powder or granules
• Yellowish white solid; [Merck Index] Crystalline powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
• YELLOWISH-WHITE CRYSTALS
• ODORLESS
• MILD, SLIGHTLY SALINE TASTE
• FREELY SOL IN WATER; PRACTICALLY INSOL IN ETHER, BENZENE, ABSOLUTE ALCOHOL, CHLOROFORM

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Substance added to food: NUTRIENT SUPPLEMENT, SEQUESTRANT ACIDITY_REGULATOR; NUTRIENT_SUPPLEMENT; YEAST_FOOD: Food Additives NOT SPECIFIED Group ADI for glucono delta-lactone, calcium gluconate, magnesium gluconate, potassium gluconate, and sodium g TRS 891-JECFA 51/46 FAS 42-JECFA 51/203
GHS notification summary	98.8% (83 / 84)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	98.8% (83 / 84)

Documented Uses

• CIR ingredient: Potassium Gluconate
• Used as a chelating agent, high alkalinity bottle cleanser, finish remover, and in the tanning and textile industries; [Merck Index] Used for industrial cleaning, metal surface treatment, textile bleach stabilizing, aluminum processing, and as a chelating agent in cement set retarding, cleaning products, personal care products, pharmaceuticals, and foods; Also used as a potassium supplement in injection solutions; [OECD SIDS: Gluconic acid and its derivatives - 2004]
• Aluminum Producing [Category: Industry]
• Leather Tanning and Processing [Category: Industry]
• Cement Producing [Category: Industry]
• Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing) [Category: Industry]

Synonyms

Gluconic acid, monopotassium salt; RefChem:867818; potassium gluconate; 299-27-4; Potassium D-gluconate; D-Gluconic acid, monopotassium salt; Gluconic acid potassium salt; D-Gluconic acid potassium salt; potassium (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexanoate; Monopotassium D-gluconate; D-Gluconic acid, potassium salt; HSDB 3165; Kali gluconicum; C6H11KO7; DTXSID7029617; d-gluconic acid potassium

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Potassium gluconate?

CAS 299-27-4; molecular formula C6H11KO7; molecular weight 234.01 g/mol.

What other names is Potassium gluconate known by?

Gluconic acid, monopotassium salt, RefChem:867818, potassium gluconate, 299-27-4, Potassium D-gluconate, D-Gluconic acid, monopotassium salt.

What is the regulatory status of Potassium gluconate?

Documented regulatory listings: FDA Substance added to food: NUTRIENT SUPPLEMENT, SEQUESTRANT; ACIDITY_REGULATOR; NUTRIENT_SUPPLEMENT; YEAST_FOOD: Food Additives; NOT SPECIFIED.

Is Potassium gluconate classified as hazardous?

98.8% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (83 of 84).

What are the key physical properties of Potassium gluconate?

Melting Point: 180; Other Experimental Properties: DECOMP @ 180 °C.

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