Molekula
L-Glutamic acid monosodium salt monohydrate (99.0~100.5%)
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L-Glutamic acid monosodium salt monohydrate is a sodium salt derivative of glutamic acid, widely used as a flavor enhancer in food and beverage industries, as well as in pharmaceuticals and biochemistry research for its role in metabolic processes. This high-purity chemical (99.0–100.5%) has a CAS number of 6106-04-3, a molecular formula of NaOOCCH₂CH₂CH(NH₂)COOH·H₂O, and a molecular weight of 187.13 g/mol. It requires no special storage conditions and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies L-Glutamic acid monosodium salt monohydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals or crystalline powder |
| Specific rotation | +24.8 - +25.3 |
| pH | 6.7 - 7.2 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.1% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤0.041% |
| Assay | 99.0% - 100.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.10% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤10ppm |
| Other amino acids | ≤0.5% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤30pp, |
| Arsenic trioxide (As2O3) | ≤1ppm |
| Ammonium (NH4+) | ≤0.02% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.028% |
| State of Solution | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90030723 |
| CAS Number | 6106-04-3 |
| Molecular Formula | NaOOCCH2CH2CH(NH2)COOH · H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 187.13 |
| SMILES | [Na].O=C(O)CCC(N)C(=O)O.O |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2922.42.1000 |
| Tariff Code | 2922420020 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is L-Glutamic acid monosodium salt monohydrate commonly used for?
It is widely used as a flavor enhancer (e.g., in monosodium glutamate, MSG), in food seasonings, and as a nutrient in cell culture media.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this product?
The formula is **NaOOCCH₂CH₂CH(NH₂)COOH · H₂O**, and the molecular weight is **187.13 g/mol**.
How should L-Glutamic acid monosodium salt monohydrate be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from moisture and strong oxidizing agents.
What purity grades are available for this product?
Molekula supplies this product in **analytical grade (99.0–100.5%)**—ideal for food, pharmaceutical, and research applications.
Can Molekula supply this product in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer **bulk packaging options** (e.g., 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg drums) for industrial and large-scale applications.
What documentation is provided with an order of L-Glutamic acid monosodium salt monohydrate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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