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Gluconolactone

Generic Name
Gluconolactone
Brand Names
Renacidin
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C6H10O6
CAS Number
90-80-2
Unique Ingredient Identifier
WQ29KQ9POT
Background

Gluconolactone is a naturally-occurring food additive used as a sequestrant, an acidifier, or a curing, pickling, or leavening agent. It is a cyclic ester of D-gluconic acid. Pure gluconolactone is a white odorless crystalline powder.

Associated Conditions
Calculus bladder, Catheter site calcification, Medical device site calcification
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