sinkglukonat

Sinkglukonat is not a widely recognized chemical name in major chemical databases. The term may be a misspelling or a language-specific reference to gluconate salts, which are salts of gluconic acid. In practice, discussions of gluconates typically refer to sodium gluconate, potassium gluconate, or calcium gluconate.

Gluconic acid is an aldohexose acid with the formula C6H12O7. Its salts, gluconates, are generally colorless, highly water-soluble solids. They function as mild chelating agents that bind metal ions and can act as buffering or acidity regulators in solution. They are typically produced commercially by oxidation of glucose followed by neutralization.

Industrial production uses fermentation with glucose-oxidizing microorganisms such as Gluconobacter species, or enzymatic oxidation of glucose, to form gluconic acid, which is then neutralized to give sodium, potassium, or calcium gluconate. The resulting salts are used in various sectors.

Applications include use as sequestrants and stabilizers in foods and beverages, as buffering agents in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, and as mineral supplements (for example, calcium or potassium gluconate). They also serve as water-softening agents in cleaning products and as excipients in pharmaceutical formulations. They are valued for high water solubility and relatively low reactivity.

Safety and regulation: Gluconate salts are generally regarded as safe for many uses, with extensive regulatory approval in foods, cosmetics, and medicines in many countries. They are typically low-toxicity, but excessive intake can affect electrolyte balance. Calcium gluconate is used medically as a calcium supplement and antidote for some toxin exposures; other gluconates serve similar roles as minerals.