Ingredient · Updated
Gluconic Acid
Found in 2 products
What is Gluconic Acid?
Gluconic acid is a mild organic acid derived from the oxidation of glucose. It is found naturally in fruit, honey, and wine, as well as produced industrially through fermentation processes.
It is commonly used as an additive to regulate acidity and preserve freshness in food and beverage products. While research suggests gluconic acid is generally recognized as safe for consumption, its specific health effects are not widely studied in isolation.
When you see gluconic acid on a label, it is often functioning as a stabilizer or part of the ingredient list to improve shelf life and maintain flavor balance.
Commonly found in: bread, wine, fruit juices, soft drinks, dairy products
Gluconic acid is recognized as safe by the FDA for use in food products.
There is limited research focused specifically on gluconic acid, though it is generally considered safe.
Gluconic acid is not derived from animal sources and is suitable for a vegan diet.
Sources: Everything Added to Food in the United States (EAFUS)
Scout's take
Gluconic Acid is used as a food additive to adjust acidity, with minimal impact on health when consumed in moderation.
More from Scout's analyses
Clean-beauty preservative / chelator — low concern.
from the analysis of W3LL People Dew Your Makeup Mist 3-in-1 Setting SprayAll 2 products with Gluconic Acid
Where Gluconic Acid shows up
- Makeup 1 product
- Rice & Pasta 1 product
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