Product Description

ProductMonosodium Glutamate 99%
CAS142-47-2
FormulaC5H8NNaO4
SynonymL-Glutamic acid, sodium salt (1:1)

Typical Product Specifications

DescriptionVery soluble in water.
AromaNone
Heavy Metals10 ppm Max
Specific Rotation24.9-25.3 degrees
Chloride0.1% Max
Total Plate Count1000 CFU/g Max
Lead1 ppm Max
YeastMax 50 CFU/g
pH6.7-7.2
FlavorSlightly salty
Loss on Drying0.3% Max
Sulphate0.05% Max
Transmittance98.0% Min
Content99.0% Min
SalmonellaNegative in 25g
ListeriaNegative in 25g
Iron5 ppm Max
Enterobacteria10 MPN/g Max
AppearanceWhitish, small crystals
Molecular weight169.1 g/mol
Staphylococcus aureusNegative in 1g
Arsenic1.5 ppm Max
ClassFood and Beverage Chemicals - Sweeteners - Acidulants - Emulsifiers
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