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Calcium Gluconate (E 578)
Calcium gluconate for U.S. manufacturers, from vetted producers. FCC / USP grade on request. Download the sample spec sheet, then send us your grade and quantity.
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Key facts
| E-number (EU) | E 578 |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Calcium salt of D-gluconic acid |
| Chemical formula | C12H22CaO14 (anhydrous) C12H22CaO14 · H2O (monohydrate) |
| Molecular weight | 430,38 (anhydrous form) 448,39 (monohydrate) |
| Description | Odourless, white crystalline granules or powder, stable in air |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol |
| Grades | EU Reg. 231/2012 (E 578) sample spec · FCC / USP available on request for U.S. food/pharma use |
| Origin | Confirmed in every offer; stated per lot on the COA |
| Storage, shelf life, packaging | Per the producer's specification, on request |
What calcium gluconate is
Chemical name: Calcium di-D-gluconate. Formula C12H22CaO14 (anhydrous) C12H22CaO14 · H2O (monohydrate), molecular weight 430,38 (anhydrous form) 448,39 (monohydrate). Odourless, white crystalline granules or powder, stable in air. Soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol. (Source: EU Regulation 231/2012, E 578.)
Applications by industry
Sample specification
Values from EU Regulation 231/2012 (E 578), consolidated text of 18.08.2026. Actual values depend on the producer; the producer's specification and the COA for your lot are available on request.
| Assay | anhydrous: Content not less than 98 % and not more than 102 % on the dried basis monohydrate: not less than 98 % and not more than 102 % on the ‘as is’ basis. |
|---|---|
| Loss on drying | Not more than 3,0 % (105 °C, 16 hours) (anhydrous) Not more than 2,0 % (105 °C, 16 hours) (monohydrate) |
| Reducing substances | Not more than 1,0 % (as D-glucose) |
| Lead | Not more than 2 mg/kg |
Download the full spec sheet (PDF)
Documents and sourcing
Droplet promise. Origin confirmed in every offer. Sample lot record on request, from the producer. SDS, allergen and other statements on request. We work with vetted producers and give you access to U.S.- and EU-stocked material through our partner network.
Data sheet, SDS and COA on request. Every delivery ships with a COA linked to the delivered lot.
Questions buyers ask
What is calcium gluconate used for?
Typical uses by industry. Food & beverage: Acidity regulator and firming agent. Suitability for your product and market is confirmed with the producer's specification.
Which grades can McBoeck supply?
Food grade to EU Regulation 231/2012 (E 578). FCC / USP grade is available on request for U.S. food and pharma use. Particle size and other grade details follow the producer's specification, on request.
Which documents come with calcium gluconate?
Every delivery ships with a COA linked to the delivered lot. Origin confirmed in every offer. Sample lot record on request, from the producer. SDS, allergen and other statements on request.
What does the sample spec sheet show?
Limits for assay, loss on drying, reducing substances and lead, taken from EU Regulation 231/2012. Actual values depend on the producer; the producer's specification and the lot COA are available on request.
How do I get a quote?
Send us the grade, quantity and delivery location through the quote form or at [email protected]. We work with vetted producers and give you access to U.S.- and EU-stocked material through our partner network.
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Need calcium gluconate?
Send us the grade, quantity and delivery location. Email [email protected] or call +1 (713) 766-6811.