SODIUM GLUCONATE (SG)

(Industry grade)

Applications

 SG can be used in building industry and dye industry serves as water reducing agent, set retarder and stabilizer, respectively.

SG can be used as surface cleaning agent in grass and steel industry.

SG can be used as stabilizer in water, with the effects of delaying corrosion and preventing scale.

Properties

(1) SG is produced by catalytic oxidation method.

(2) SG is a multi-hydroxy-sodium. Molecular formula and molecular weight is C₆H₁₁O₇Na and 218.13, respectively. It is soluble in water, and insoluble in ether.

Usage

Powder or liquid product is available. Experiment should be carried out to determine its validity.

Packaging, transport and storage

(1) Powder SG is available in 25kg film-lined bags. Liquid SG is available in sealed plastic or iron drums. Other special package can also be available according to prior consultation.

(2) Special measures should be taken to ensure entire package. Keep waterproof during transportation.

(3) Dry and well ventilated warehouse is needed for storage. Quality guarantee of SG is one year under normal conditions. If storage has surpassed the time, test must be done to confirm the validity.

Health and safety

(1) Once splashed into eyes or skin, wash immediately with plenty of water and seek medical treatment.

(2) Inedible. When eating by mistake, drink sufficient water to urge to vomiting, and then go to hospital.

(3) No littering. Caution should be taken to protect environment.