Definitions:

1. A chemical compound derived by oxidizing a sugar such as glucose with nitric acid. NOUN
   • Saccharic acid can be synthesized through the oxidation of glucose using nitric acid or other oxidizing agents.
2. An organic compound derived from the oxidation of sugars, particularly glucose or saccharose, used in various chemical processes, such as in the production of biodegradable detergents, and it plays a role in the synthesis of certain pharmaceutical compounds. NOUN
   • The versatile nature of saccharic acid has led to its use in industries such as food preservation and pharmaceuticals.

Synonyms:

• glucaric acid