Compound Monograph
Gluconic acid
A mild organic acid formed from glucose oxidation, reported in astragalus and various plants.
Classification
Gluconic acid is one of the organic acids. Small plant acids that shape flavour, pH, and metabolism — malic, formic, angelic, and related acids.
Where Does It Come From? (1)
Gluconic acid is one of the organic acids, found in Astragalus.