Is Potassium Gluconate vegan?

Potassium Gluconate

Vegan

Potassium Gluconate is the potassium salt of gluconic acid. It is used as a sequestrant and mineral supplement in food products and as a skin-conditioning agent in cosmetics.

Also known as Monopotassium salt of D-gluconic acid, Potassium D-gluconate
INCI name Potassium Gluconate
E number E577
CosIng ID 59122
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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