Compound Q&A
What is Calcium di(D-gluconate) (CAS: 299-28-5)?
Answer
Calcium di(D-gluconate) is a calcium salt of D-gluconic acid, commonly used in pharmaceutical and nutritional applications. Its chemical formula is C12H22CaO14, and it appears as a white crystalline powder. It is water-soluble and has a mild, slightly acidic taste. This compound is known for its chelating properties and is often used as a calcium supplement or in drug formulations.
About
CAS No
299-28-5
English Name
Calcium di(D-gluconate)
Molecular Formula
C12H22CaO14
Molecular Weight
430.3727 g/mol
SMILES
O=C([O-])[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H](O)CO.O=C([O-])[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H](O)CO.[Ca+2]
InChIKey
NEEHYRZPVYRGPP-IYEMJOQQSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
