Sodium Gluconate is the sodium salt of gluconic acid and is widely used as a chelating agent in various industrial applications.
- Water Treatment: Used as a chelating agent to soften water and prevent scale formation.
- Concrete Industry: Used in the production of concrete admixtures to improve workability and durability.
- Food Industry: Used as a food additive (E576) to regulate acidity and as a stabilizer.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Applied as a component in pharmaceutical formulations.