Synonym(s)
(2R)-2-[(2S,3R,4S)-3,4-Dihydroxy-5-oxo-oxolan-2-yl]-2-hydroxy-acetaldehyd; D-glucuronic acid-3,6-lactone; D-glucuronic acid-γ-lactone
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Glucuronlactone is a naturally occurring intramolecular ester (see lactones below) of D-glucuronic acid, which is counted among the sugar acids. Glucuronolactone is a component of animal connective tissue. Lactone is also found in plant fibres and in mucilages.
Glucuron lactone is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as a skin care product.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer