■ Among organic acid calcium salts, it is highly soluble in water and serves as a suitable calcium fortifier for liquid products such as beverages and drink formulations.
■ Compared with other calcium compounds, it has little odor or bitterness, and even when added in large amounts, it has minimal impact on the flavor of the product, making it ideal for high-level calcium fortification.
■ Gluconates have been reported to promote the growth of bifidobacteria.