Sodium Gluconate for Industrial Applications: Sodium gluconate (C₆H₁₁NaO₇, CAS 527-07-1) is the sodium salt of gluconic acid, typically supplied as a white crystalline powder. Commercial production commonly involves glucose fermentation followed by neutralization and purification.

Concrete Set Retarder: Sodium gluconate is widely used in concrete admixtures to delay setting and help maintain workability. Dosage should be validated against cement type, temperature, and other admixtures, as excessive addition can cause prolonged setting delays.

Chelating Agent for Water Treatment: Sodium gluconate forms complexes with calcium, iron, and other metal ions. In suitable formulations, it helps control metal-ion interference and mineral deposits in industrial water-treatment systems.

Metal Surface Cleaning: Used in alkaline cleaners, metal pretreatment, and equipment-cleaning formulations, sodium gluconate helps keep metal ions in solution and supports deposit removal. Performance depends on formulation, pH, temperature, and substrate compatibility.

Food and Personal Care Applications: Suitable grades may be used in food and personal care formulations for permitted functions such as sequestration. Food applications require food-grade material meeting applicable purity standards and local regulations; industrial grades must not be treated as interchangeable.

Purchasing and Storage: Key specifications include assay, moisture, pH, reducing substances, and relevant impurity limits. Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place, protected from moisture and contamination. Follow the SDS for handling precautions.