D-(+)Glucuronic acid

Independent reference data for D-(+)Glucuronic acid (CAS 18968-14-4), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Polysaccharide found in cell walls of all plants; [Merck Index] Used as emulsifying and thickening agent in foods (jams, jellies, preserves, frozen desserts) and cosmetics; Also used in dehydrating agents, protective colloids, dental adhesives, antidiarrheal preparations, and as a veterinary toxin adsorbent and protectant; [HSDB]Cosmetics, dehydrating agents, protective colloids, jellies, foods, drugs, emulsifying agents

Synonyms and trade names

(2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5,6-tetrahydroxyoxane-2-carboxylic acid; Pectins; 89NA02M4RX; CHEBI:17309; methoxylpectin; Pectin, Methoxy; Pectinate, Zinc; Pectinate, Calcium; Breezers; Lozenge; Mexpectin; Pectinate; Colyer pectin; Methyl pectin; Methyl pectinate; Throat Coat

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Substance added to food: EMULSIFIER OR EMULSIFIER SALT, FIRMING AGENT, FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT O EMULSIFIER; GELLING_AGENT; STABILIZER; THICKENER: Food Additives EMULSIFIER OR EMULSIFIER SALT, FIRMING AGENT, FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT, SOLVENT OR VEHICLE NOT SPECIFIED ">TRS 1000-JECFA 82/34 FAS 16-JECFA 25/138
GHS notification summary	98.4% (63 / 64)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	98.4% (63 / 64)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 98.4% (63 of 64) of all reports.

Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 63 of 64 companies (only 1.6% companies provided GHS information). For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

What the public record says

D-(+)Glucuronic acid · CAS 18968-14-4 · C6H10O7. UNII 55NG3O9NDD. Boiling Point: 415.5ºC at 760 mmHg; Melting Point: 142-144 °C; Melting Point: 6.1ºC.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.