2-Oxo-D-gluconic acid - Names and Identifiers
2-Oxo-D-gluconic acid - Physico-chemical Properties
Molecular Formula | C6H10O7
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Molar Mass | 194.14 |
Density | 1.757±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
Melting Point | 152 °C |
Boling Point | 550.6±50.0 °C(Predicted) |
pKa | 2.10±0.54(Predicted) |
Storage Condition | Room Temprature |
2-Oxo-D-gluconic acid - Introduction
2-oxogluconic acid, the chemical name is 2-oxo-D-gluconic acid, is an organic compound. The following is a description of its nature, use, preparation and safety information:
1. Nature:
-Appearance: 2-oxogluconic acid is white crystal or crystalline powder, soluble in water.
-Structure: It is a derivative of D-glucose, containing a keto group and carboxyl group in the molecule.
2. Use:
-Food industry: 2-oxogluconic acid can be used as a flavoring agent and food acidifier to enhance the taste and stability of food.
-Cosmetics and personal care products: It can also be used as a pH regulator and antibacterial agent in cosmetics and personal care products.
-Pharmaceutical field: 2-oxogluconic acid is sometimes used in the preparation of drugs for the treatment of certain conditions.
3. Preparation method:
- 2-oxogluconic acid can be produced by D-glucose fermentation. First, the D-glucose is co-cultured with appropriate fermentation bacteria (such as Gluconobacter oxydans, etc.), and the culture and fermentation process are carried out under appropriate temperature and pH conditions. Subsequently, the target product is obtained by a separation and purification step such as extraction and crystallization.
-It is also possible to oxidize D-glucose and react under appropriate acidic conditions to finally obtain 2-oxogluconic acid.
4. Safety Information:
- 2-oxogluconic acid is generally considered to be a relatively safe compound, but it is still necessary to follow appropriate safety procedures during use.
-If swallowing or contact occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water and consult a doctor for further processing.
-Avoid contact with oxidizing agents, strong acids and strong bases during storage and handling.
Last Update:2024-04-09 21:01:54