Description

Gluconate 6-Sulfate is a specialized organic salt derived from gluconic acid, featuring a sulfate ester group at the 6-position. This functionalization imparts unique chelating and sequestering properties, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis and formulation. It is particularly relevant for industries requiring high-performance, water-soluble complexing agents, such as specialty detergents, personal care, and pharmaceutical research.

Application

• Specialty Detergent & Cleaning Formulations: Acts as a high-efficiency sequestrant for calcium and magnesium ions in hard water, enhancing the performance of industrial and institutional cleaners.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as a stabilizing and chelating agent in shampoos, skin creams, and other formulations to improve product clarity and shelf-life.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex sulfated carbohydrates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Water Treatment: Functions as a scale inhibitor and dispersant in cooling water and boiler feed water systems.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Employed as a chelating agent in dyeing and finishing baths to improve color fastness and process efficiency.
• Laboratory Research & Development: Utilized as a standard or reagent in biochemical and chemical research involving carbohydrate chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gluconate 6-Sulfate
CAS No.	10092-88-3
Molecular Formula	C6H11NaO9S (Sodium salt typical)
Molecular Weight	282.20 g/mol (for sodium salt)
Synonyms	D-Gluconic Acid 6-Sulfate; Sodium Gluconate 6-Sulfate; 6-O-Sulfo-D-Gluconate; Gluconic Acid Sulfate Ester; Monosodium 6-O-Sulfo-D-gluconate; (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydroxy-6-(sulfooxy)hexanoic Acid; D-Gluconic Acid, 6-(Hydrogen Sulfate)
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Quality Control

Our Gluconate 6-Sulfate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, sulfate content, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We can supply material compliant with various in-house specifications tailored to customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Sulfate Content	20.0 - 24.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.