Monosodium Glutamate, commonly known as MSG, is the sodium salt of glutamic acid.
Monosodium Glutamate is the colorless and odorless crystal, with a good water-solubility.
Its main role is to increase the flavor of food, especially for Chinese dishes. It also can be used in soup and sauce.
PRODUCT NAME: |
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) |
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SYNONYMS: |
Sodium glutamate |
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FORMULA: |
C5H8NO4Na |
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MOLECULAR WEIGHT: |
187.13 |
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PROPERTIES: |
White crystalline powder |
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EINECS NO.: |
205-538-1 |
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CAS NO.: |
142-47-2 |
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HS CODE: |
2103901000 |
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SPECIFICATION: |
Inspection Standard |
FCC IV / E621 |
Components: |
Guaranteed Analysis: |
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Appearance |
White crystalline powder |
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Assay |
99%-101% |
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Loss on drying |
≤0.5% |
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Melting point |
232 °C, 505 K, 450 °F |
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PH |
6.7-7.2 |
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Specific rotation |
+24.8~+25.3° |
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Chloride |
≤0.1% |
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Sulfate |
≤0.05% |
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Lead |
≤1ppm |
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Iron |
≤5ppm |
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Arsenic |
≤0.5 ppm |
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Heavy metals |
≤10 ppm |
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Zinc |
≤5ppm |
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PACKAGING: |
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QUANTITY/CONTAINER: |
24MT in |
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HANDLING&STORAGE: |
Kept in a light-proof, dry and cool place |