Molekula
D-Glutamic acid
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D-Glutamic acid is a stereoisomer of glutamic acid, used in biochemical research, cell culture media, and as a precursor in the synthesis of other compounds. It is a white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C5H9NO4 and a molecular weight of 147.13 g/mol. It is stable at ambient temperatures and has no signal word. Molekula supplies D-Glutamic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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5 g — £44.00 per pack ex VAT · £52.80 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Specific rotation | -31° to -32.2° |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | 3 - 3.5 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.20% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.02% |
| Assay | 98% - 101% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.10% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤10ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2ppm |
| Ammonium (NH4+) | ≤0.02% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.020% |
| State of Solution | Clear and colourless |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 201 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 23327 (DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 25209901 |
| CAS Number | 6893-26-1 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R)-2-aminopentanedioic acid |
| EC Number | 230-000-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H9NO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 147.13 |
| Exact Mass | 147.0532 |
| SMILES | C(CC(=O)O)[C@H](C(=O)O)N |
| InChIKey | WHUUTDBJXJRKMK-GSVOUGTGSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H9NO4/c6-3(5(9)10)1-2-4(7)8/h3H,1-2,6H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)/t3-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 23327 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29224200 |
| Tariff Code | 2922420090 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- (-)-Glutamic acid
- (2R)-2-aminopentanedioic acid
- (2R)-2-azaniumyl-5-hydroxy-5-oxopentanoate
- (R)-2-aminopentanedioic acid
- D-2-Aminoglutaric acid
- D-Glu
- D-glutamate
- D-Glutaminic acid
- glutamic acid d-
- H-D-Glu-OH
Frequently asked questions
What is D-Glutamic acid used for?
D-Glutamic acid is primarily used as a building block in peptide synthesis, as a precursor in the production of pharmaceuticals, and in research on bacterial cell wall peptidoglycan, of which it is a natural component.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of D-Glutamic acid?
The chemical formula is C5H9NO4, and the molecular weight is 147.13 g/mol.
How should D-Glutamic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of D-Glutamic acid is available?
Molekula offers D-Glutamic acid in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply D-Glutamic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply D-Glutamic acid in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of D-Glutamic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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