Glutamic Acid
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Glutamic acid is a nonessential amino acid, which is mainly used and produced in the form of its sodium salt as monosodium glutamate (MSG). Glutamic acid can be found in animal and plant proteins.Product Details |
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Formula: |
C5H9NO4 |
CAS Number: |
56-86-0 |
Also Known As: |
L-Glutamic acid; 2-Aminopentanedioic acid; 2-Aminoglutaric acid |
applications:
Glutamic acid often is used as a food additive and flavor enhancer in the form of its sodium salt, known as monosodium glutamate (MSG).Typical Specifications
Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.
Appearance |
White crystalline powder |
Density, g/cm3 |
1.54 |
Melting point, °C |
205 (dec.) |
Molecular weight, g/mol |
147.13 |
Odor |
Odorless |
Purity, % |
≥99 |
Refractive index, n20/D |
1.4300 |
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