Gluconolactone is a lactone of gluconic acid commonly used as an acidity regulator and sequestrant in the food industry. It functions by slowly hydrolyzing to gluconic acid, providing a mild acidic environment.
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CAS 90-80-2
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(3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-one
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