Product Description

ProductL-Glutamic Acid
CAS617-65-2
FormulaC5H9NO4
SynonymGlutamic Acid, Laevo-Glutamic Acid, Glutamic acid

Typical Product Specifications

Content99.0 -100.5%
Transmittance> 98%
Specific Rotation+31.5 - +32.5 deg.
DescriptionWhite crystalline powder
pH3.0 - 3.5
Heavy Metals< 10 ppm
Loss on Drying< 0.1%
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
Notes

L-Glutamic Acid is a non-essential amino acid often used to prepare downstream derivatives such as monosodium glutamate.  It is often found in protein-rich foods.  

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ClassVitamins - Nutritional Ingredients - Amino Acids, Chemical Intermediates, Organic Intermediates and Compounds, Green Chemicals - Eco-Friendly
FunctionAmino Acids
IndustryFood Chemicals, Nutrition, Pharmaceutical
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