| CAS# | 142-47-2 |
| FORMULA | C5H8NO4Na |
| INS Number | 621 |
| E Number | E621 |
| Synonyms | L-Glutamic acid, monosodium salt; MSG |
| GROUPS/USES | Flavor & Fragrance, Food & Beverage, Food Additives |
| Markets | Food & Beverage |
FAQ’S
What is Monosodium L-glutamate?
Monosodium L-glutamate (MSG), the sodium salt of the amino acid L-glutamic acid, is a flavor enhancer used in various foods.
What are the uses of Monosodium L-glutamate?
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer used to intensify the savory taste of many foods. It is found in many processed foods, including canned vegetables, meats, soups, salad dressings, and fast foods.
What are the health risks of Monosodium L-glutamate?
Some people may experience sensitivities or reactions to MSG. Symptoms of sensitivity can include headaches, bloating, gas, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and tingling skin.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Monosodium L-glutamate to users/customers for Flavor & Fragrance, and Food & Beverage.
Monosodium L-glutamate Specifications
Food Chemicals Codex (FCC)
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Appearance | White, free-flowing crystals or crystalline powder |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water, sparingly soluble in alcohol |
| pH (1:20 aqueous solution) | 6.7-7.2 |
| Assay | NLT 98.5% and NMT 101.5% |
| Chloride | NMT 0.2% |
| Clarity and Color of Solution | Passes test |
| Lead | NMT 5 mg/kg |
| Loss on Drying | NMT 0.5% |
| Optical (Specific) Rotation | [α]D20o: Between +24.5o and +25.5o [α]546.1nm25o: Between +29.4o and +30.4o |