L-Glutamic Acid | CAS 56-86-0 | Amino Acid for Food Flavor Enhancement - - PREMIUM INGREDIENT

L-Glutamic Acid, CAS 56-86-0 | amino acids for MSG Production, Food Flavor Enhancement, Dietary Supplements and Animal Feed

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Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	L-Glutamic Acid
Synonyms	L-Glutamate, Glutacid, L-2-Aminopentanedioic acid
CAS Number	56-86-0
Molecular Formula	C₅H₉NO₄
Molecular Weight	147.13
Appearance	White crystalline powder or scaly crystals
Available Grades	Food Grade, Feed Grade
Purity	≥98.5%
Solubility	Slightly soluble in cold water, easily soluble in hot water
pH (saturated solution)	~3.2 (acidic)
Executive Standards	USP, EP, CP, AJI, FCC
Certifications	ISO9001, ISO22000, HALAL, KOSHER, HACCP

Product Overview

L-Glutamic Acid (CAS 56-86-0) is a non-essential acidic amino acid and the parent compound from which monosodium glutamate (MSG), the world’s most widely used flavor enhancer, is produced. It is a foundational industrial amino acid raw material with broad applications in food flavoring, feed nutrition and biochemical manufacturing.

We supply food grade and feed grade L-Glutamic Acid. Food grade is primarily used as a raw material for MSG production and as a direct umami flavor enhancer in condiments, compound seasonings and processed foods. It also acts as key substrate for enzymatic synthesis of γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) for functional food and sports nutrition formulas. Feed grade serves as an amino acid nutritional additive in animal feed formulations.

Compliant with USP, EP, CP, AJI and FCC standards, and certified by ISO9001, ISO22000, HALAL, KOSHER and HACCP for global export.

Product Characteristics

1.Parent compound of MSG L-Glutamic Acid is the direct precursor for monosodium glutamate (MSG) production, making it a foundational raw material for the global flavor enhancer industry.

2.Natural umami taste profile Delivers characteristic savory (umami) taste, widely used to enhance flavor in condiments, soups, sauces and snack foods.

3.White crystalline powder Stable crystalline form with good flow properties, suitable for bulk industrial production and storage.

4.Acidic pH, limited cold-water solubility Saturated solution pH around 3.2; more soluble in hot water. The sodium salt (MSG) is preferred for direct beverage use due to higher solubility.

5.Dual food and feed supply Available in food grade for flavor, MSG manufacturing and biochemical synthesis, and feed grade for animal nutrition fortification.

Main Functions

1.Raw material for MSG (monosodium glutamate) production Primary industrial use: converted to sodium salt (MSG) for global flavor enhancer manufacturing.

2.Direct umami flavor enhancement Added directly to condiments, compound seasonings, instant soup bases, meat products and savory snacks to boost savory taste.

3.Food flavor improvement and masking Helps round out flavor profiles, reduces undesirable bitterness and enhances overall taste balance in processed foods.

4.Precursor raw material for GABA production L-Glutamic acid serves as the primary substrate for enzymatic synthesis of γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA). It is widely used by manufacturers to produce GABA for functional food and nutritional supplement formulations.

5.Sports nutrition & muscle metabolic support Supports protein metabolism and muscle recovery after intense exercise, used as an ingredient in sports nutrition formulas to ease exercise-induced fatigue.

6.Supports normal cognitive and intestinal function Participates in brain neurotransmitter metabolism and acts as an energy source for intestinal epithelial cells, supporting normal digestive and cognitive function.

7.Amino acid nutritional fortification in feed Serves as an amino acid additive in animal feed to support nutritional balance and growth performance.

8.Biochemical intermediate Used as a raw material for amino acid preparations and biochemical reagent production.

Main Applications

1. Food Industry & MSG Production (Core Application)

Food grade L-Glutamic Acid is predominantly used as the starting material for monosodium glutamate (MSG) production. It is also directly applied as a flavor enhancer (E620) in compound seasonings, soy sauce, hotpot bases, instant noodle seasoning, processed meat products and savory snacks. It improves umami taste and overall flavor balance in a wide range of processed food products.

2. Downstream Biochemical & Sports Nutrition

It acts as a key substrate for the enzymatic production of γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA). The derived GABA is widely used in functional food and sports nutrition formulations. L-Glutamic acid can also be added into sports nutrition blends to support muscle metabolism and post-exercise recovery.

3. Feed Industry (Secondary Application)

Feed grade L-Glutamic Acid is used as an amino acid nutritional additive in compound feed and premix formulations, supporting amino acid balance and nutritional supplementation for livestock and poultry.

4. Biochemical (Minor Application)

Used as a raw material for compound amino acid preparations and biochemical research reagents.

Packaging & Storage

Item	Specification
Packaging	25kg fiber drum or woven bag with waterproof inner bag
Storage Condition	Store in cool, dry and ventilated warehouse, keep away from high temperature, humidity and direct sunlight
Sealing Requirement	Keep tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and caking
Shelf Life	24 months under standard storage conditions

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS (SAMPLE)

Product Name: L-Glutamic acid	Quantity:	Batch No.:
Reference standard: EP8.0	Packing: 25kg/Bag	Product date:
Sampling date:	Send out date:	Expiry date:

Items	Standard	Result
Description	White crystals or crystalline powder	Conforms
Identification	A;SPECIFIC OPTICAL REACTION B:INFRARED ABSORPTION C:NINHYDRIN-POSITIVE SUBSTANCES D:PHENOLPHTHALEIN SOLUTION	Conforms
Specific rotation	+30.5 °~ +32.5 °	+31.5 °
State of solution	Clear and colorless	Conforms
Chloride, %	≤0.02	<0.02
Sulfate ,%	≤0.03	<0.03
Ammonium %	≤0.01	<0.01
Iron, %	≤0.001	<0.001
Heavy metals, %	≤0.001	<0.001
Loss on drying,%	≤0.5	0.08
SulphatedASH ,%	≤0.1	0.06
Assay, %	98.5~ 100.5	99.2
Conclusion: The goods conforms to reference standard of EP8.0.

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Product Name: L-Glutamic Acid

CAS#:56-86-0 Molecular Formula: C5H9NO4

Molecular Weight:147.13 Batch No.:

Manufacturing Date: Expiry Date:

Items	Specifications (Aji92)	Results
Appearance	White crystals or crystalline powder	Conforms
Assay	99.0% to 100.5%	99.10%
Specific rotation [a]D(20)	+31.5 to +32.5°	+31.83
Chloride(C1)	≤ 0.020%	< 0.020%
Ammonium (NH4)	≤ 0.020%	< 0.020%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.020%	< 0.020%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 10 ppm	< 10 ppm
Heavy metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm	< 10 ppm
Arsenic (As2O3)	≤ 1 ppm	< 1 ppm
Other Amino Acids	Chromatographically not detectable	Conforms
Loss on drying	≤ 0.5%	0.09%
Residue on ignition	≤ 0.10%	< 0.1 %
PH	3.0 to 3.5	3.45

Conclusion: The product conforms to the AJI92 standard.

Product Name:	L-Glutamic acid	Other Name:	L-Glutamic acid;Glutamic acid,L-;Aciglut;Glusate;Glutacid;α-Glutamic acid;l-Glutaminic acid;Glutaminol;Glutaminic acid;Glutaton;Pentanedioic acid,2-amino-,(S)-;L-(+)-Glutamic acid;α-Aminoglutaric acid;1-Aminopropane-1,3-dicarboxylic acid;Glutamic acid;(S)-(+)-Glutamic acid;Glutamicol;Glutamidex;(S)-Glutamic acid;(S)-2-Aminopentanedioic acid;2-Aminoglutaric acid;(2S)-2-Aminopentanedioic acid;L-α-Aminoglutaric acid;L-Glutaminic acid;E 620;NSC 143503;(S)-2-Amino-1,5-pentanedioic acid;(+)-L-Glutamic acid;Sortem;(2S)-2-Azaniumyl-5-hydroxy-5-oxopentanoate;138-16-9;6899-05-4;10549-13-0;2087491-17-4
CAS No.:	56-86-0	Molecular Formula:	C5H9NO4
InChIKeys:	InChIKey=WHUUTDBJXJRKMK-VKHMYHEASA-N	Molecular Weight:	147.12900
Exact Mass:	147.13	EC Number:	612-072-6
UNII:	3KX376GY7L	DSSTox ID:	DTXSID5020659
Color/Form:	Orthorhombic plates from dilute alcohol	HScode:	2922421000
Categories:	Amino Acids and Derivatives

PSA:	100.62000	XLogP3:	-3.7
Appearance:	White crystalline powder	Density:	3″>1.46 g/cm3
Melting Point:	224 °C (decomp)	Boiling Point:	333.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Flash Point:	155.7ºC	Refractive Index:	1.508
Water Solubility:	H2O: 7.5 g/L (20 ºC)	Storage Conditions:	Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. /L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride/
Vapor Pressure:	<1.10X10-5 mm Hg at 20 deg C (OECD Guideline 104 (Vapor Pressure Curve))	Toxicity:	30000 mg/kg”>LD50 orally in Rabbit: > 30000 mg/kg
Odor:	Odorless	Taste:	Umami sour taste\|Acidic (glutamate-like) taste
Henrys Law Constant:	Henry’s Law constant = 3.8X10-13 atm-cu m/mole at 25 °C (est)	Dissociation Constants:	2.23 (at 0 °C)\|pK1: 2.19; pK2: 4.25; pK3: 9.67
Collision Cross Section:	127.72 Å² [M-H]- [CCS Type: DT, Method: stepped-field]\|123 Å² [M+H]+ [CCS Type: TW, Method: calibrated with polyalanine]\|131.1 Å² [M+H]+ [CCS Type: DT, Method: single field calibrated with ESI Low Concentration Tuning Mix (Agilent)]\|149.8 Å² [M+K]+ [CCS Type: DT, Method: single field calibrated with ESI Low Concentration Tuning Mix (Agilent)]\|123.8 Å² [M-H]- [CCS Type: DT, Method: single field calibrated with ESI Low Concentration Tuning Mix (Agilent)]\|131.8 Å² [M+Na-2H]- [CCS Type: DT, Method: single field calibrated with ESI Low Concentration Tuning Mix (Agilent)]\|125.65 Å² [M-H]- [CCS Type: DT, Method: stepped-field]\|132 Å² [M-2H+Na]-	Experimental Properties:	Decomposes at 160 °C\|log Kow: <4.0 at 20 °C, pH unknown (OECD Guideline 107 (Partition Coefficient (n-octanol / water), Shake Flask Method))\|Crystalline solid. Sublimes when heated to 200 °C. d: 1.54 kg/l (20 °C). Soluble in water. /L-Glutamic acid/\|Releases hydrochloric acid on contact with water /Hydrochloride/\|For more Other Experimental Properties (Complete) data for GLUTAMIC ACID (8 total), please visit the HSDB record page.

Classification of the substance or mixture

Not classified.

GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

Precautionary statement(s)
Pictogram(s)	No symbol.
Signal word	No signal word
Hazard statement(s)	none
Prevention	none
Response	none
Storage	none
Disposal	none

Other hazards which do not result in classification

no data available

Precautions for safe handling

Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride