
Calcium Saccharate is a calcium salt derived from saccharic acid (also known as gluconic acid). It is typically used in various pharmaceutical and food applications, mainly as a calcium supplement.
Chemical Name: Calcium Saccharate
Molecular Formula: CHCaO
Molecular Weight: 218.24 g/mol
CAS Number: 3121-90-2
EINECS Number: 221-106-0
Form: White, crystalline powder
Color: White to off-white
Odor: Odorless
Calcium Supplement:
Used as a dietary supplement to provide calcium to individuals who may have calcium deficiency.
Commonly found in oral formulations (tablets or syrups).
Pharmaceutical Applications:
Often used in pharmaceutical formulations to treat conditions such as osteoporosis, hypocalcemia (low calcium levels), and other calcium-related disorders.
Food Additive:
Occasionally used in the food industry as a source of calcium in functional foods and beverages.
May be used to fortify products like dairy substitutes, fortified juices, and calcium-enriched snacks.
Industrial Use:
In certain industrial applications, calcium saccharate can act as a chelator or stabilizer for certain reactions, although this is less common than its use in dietary and pharmaceutical products.
Solubility: Soluble in water
pH: Typically neutral or slightly alkaline in aqueous solutions.
Stability: Stable under normal conditions, but like most calcium salts, it may absorb moisture from the environment.
While generally considered safe when used within recommended doses, excessive intake may lead to hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), which can cause symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or kidney issues.
Should be used with caution in individuals with kidney disease or heart conditions where calcium metabolism is impaired.
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