Title: Cupric Gluconate
CAS Registry Number: 527-09-3
CAS Name: Bis(D-gluconato-k
O1,k
O2) copper
Synonyms: copper(II) gluconate
Molecular Formula: C12H22CuO14
Molecular Weight: 453.84
Percent Composition: C 31.76%, H 4.89%, Cu 14.00%, O 49.35%
Line Formula: Cu[CH2OH(CHOH)4CO2]2
Literature References: Prepd from gluconic acid and basic cupric carbonate: Suzuki
et al., JP 63 2889 (1963 to Dainippon),
C.A. 59, 11264c (1963).
Derivative Type: Hydrate
Properties: Light blue to bluish-green, odorless crystals or cryst powder. Astringent taste. Soly in water 30 g/100 ml at 25°; slightly sol in alc. Practically insol in most other organic solvents.
Use: Oral deodorant.
Therap-Cat: Copper supplement.
Keywords: Replenishers/Supplements; Copper.