Tags: Chemical Compound, Chemical Substance.
Glucono delta-lactone (GDL) also known as gluconolactone is a food additive with the E number E575 used as a sequestrant an acidifier or a curing pickling or leavening agent. It is a lactone (cyclic ester) of D-gluconic acid. Pure GDL is a white odorless crystalline powder.GDL is commonly found in honey fruit juices personal lubricants and wine[citation needed].
