Potassium gluconate

Potassium gluconate (CAS 299-27-4), also known by its food additive designation E577, is a potassium mineral salt used across food, pharmaceutical, and personal care manufacturing. It functions primarily as a potassium source for dietary supplementation. In dietary supplements and functional foods, it delivers bioavailable potassium for electrolyte and mineral fortification in tablets, capsules, and powders. Food manufacturers use it as a sequestrant and pH buffer to stabilize formulations.

This ingredient helps protect against oxidative degradation in processed products and acts as a buffering agent. In pharmaceutical manufacturing, it serves as an active mineral ingredient in oral rehydration salts and electrolyte preparations. It is frequently utilized in medical applications where precise potassium dosing is required for patient health. Personal care formulators incorporate it as a humectant and chelating agent in various skin care products.

In cosmetic applications, it helps retain moisture and manages trace metal ions that can destabilize emulsions. Potassium gluconate is supplied as a white crystalline powder for easy integration into industrial production lines. Standard grades include food-grade (FCC), USP, and Ph. Eur., with food and pharmaceutical grades being the most commonly sourced. Bulk supply is available in multi-kilogram and metric ton quantities.

Pharmaceutical-grade material is typically accompanied by full documentation for regulatory compliance. This ensures that the product meets the rigorous safety and quality requirements of the global chemical supply chain.