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32221-81-1

Name Monosodium glutamate
CAS 32221-81-1
EINECS(EC#) 200-533-0
Molecular Formula C5H8NNaO4
Molecular Weight 169.111
MOL File 32221-81-1.mol

Chemical Properties

Appearance white crystalline solid
solubility  Soluble in water and alcohol, not in oils
form  crystallinepowder or small needles
color  White
Odor faint, peptone-like odor
Stability: Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents
Uses
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a flavor enhancer that is the sodium salt of glutamic acid, an amino acid. It is a white crystal that is readily soluble in water. It intensifies and enhances flavor but does not contribute a flavor of its own. It may be present as one of the amino acids or in a free form, which is how it effectively enhances the flavor of foods. It is produced through a fermentation process of molasses. It is used at 0.1–1.0% in meats, soups, and sauces.
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