Description_x000D_ General description_x000D_ Lactobionic acid, a derivative of lactose, is an aldonic acid obtained from gluconic acid and galactose. It is a potential chelating agent, preservative and a prebiotic._x000D_ Application_x000D_ Cell impermeant agent used for organ preservation_x000D_ Lactobionic acid has been used as a control for the chemical characterization of the lactobionic acid produced by Zymomonas mobilis._x000D_ Packaging_x000D_ 100 g in poly bottle_x000D_ Biochem/physiol Actions_x000D_ Lactobionic acid has a role as an antioxidant and stabilizer-gelling agent. It is used as an ingredient in foods and pharmaceutical products.