CAS No.: 56-86-0
Molecular Formula: C5H9NO4
Molecular Weight: 147.13
Appearance: White crystalline powder
L-Glutamic Acid CAS 56-86-0
Description
Quick Details
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CAS No.: 56-86-0
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Molecular Formula: C5H9NO4
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Molecular Weight: 147.13
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Appearance: White crystalline powder
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Assay: 98.5% – 101.5%
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Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; practically insoluble in ethanol and ether.
Typical Properties
| Test Item | Specification |
| Appearance | White crystals or crystalline powder |
| Specific Rotation [α]D20 | +31.5° to +32.5° |
| Chloride (Cl) | ≤ 0.02% |
| Sulfate (SO4) | ≤ 0.02% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.10% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.10% |
Key Applications
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Food & Beverage: Used as a nutritional supplement and a flavor enhancer. It is the raw material for Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) and enhances the “Umami” taste profile.
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Cosmetics & Personal Care: Utilized to synthesize amino acid surfactants (e.g., Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate), providing gentle cleansing and moisturizing properties for skin and hair.
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Agriculture & Animal Feed: Used as a growth promoter and to improve the palatability of animal feed.
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Industrial: A biodegradable chelating agent and a building block for poly-L-glutamic acid (PGA).
Packaging & Storage
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Standard Packaging: 25kg/bag (multi-layer Kraft paper bag) or 25kg/fiber drum.
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Customization: Private labeling and custom packaging sizes are available upon request.
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Shipping: Efficient sea, air, and courier shipping from China’s major ports.