Sodium gluconate is the sodium salt obtained from gluconic acid. Sodium gluconate is a first-class sequestering agent as it combines excellent stabilizing and chelating properties, particularly under extreme conditions (high alkalinity, high temperatures), with remarkable biodegradability qualities. Sr Test Specification 1 Appearance White Free flowing powder - slightly crystal 2 pH 10 % Solution in water 6.0 to 8.0 3 Purity Min. 98.0 4 Appearance of 10 % Solution in water Clear Solution 5 Moisture Content Max 1.0 Application â?? Surface treatment of metals: removes grease from metals, gives aluminium a satin finish. Adjuvants for concretes where it is used as a slump retention agent. Industrial detergency: cleaning bottles, industrial plant, etc. Excellent Textile Dying. As a chelating agent for cement, plating and alumina dyeing industries. It is used in bar soap products, toothpaste products, depilatory products, shampoos, body wash/cleanser products, liquid hand soap products, foundation products, mascara products, concealers, hair color and bleaching products, sunscreens, skin fading/lightener products, moisturizers, anti-aging products, foams, conditioners, toners, astringents, creams, hair sprays, shampoos, exfoliants, and scrubs.