Sodium Gluconate
An odorless and tasteless white crystalline or granular powder.

C6H11NaO7
218.14
■ Because Hershus A itself has very little taste, it can exert its effects without affecting the flavor of foods.
■ Gluconates have been reported to promote the growth of bifidobacteria.
■ This product possesses the functions of salts, sugars, and organic acid salts, while also exhibiting unique additional functionalities.
Examples: Substitute for salt functionality (salt-reduction ingredient), masking agent, flavor enhancer, prevention of discoloration in processed egg products (chelating effect), dispersion and fluidization of soy protein, and melting salt for cheese.