Mono sodium glutamate( AJINOMOTO)

Mono sodium glutamate( AJINOMOTO)

Sodium L-Glutamate; Monosodium L-Glutamate; MSG; Ajinomoto

CAS 142-47-2

Chemical Formula C₅H₈NNaO₄

Molecular Weight 169.11 g/mol

Mono sodium glutamate (MSG), known as Ajinomoto, is a flavor enhancer derived from glutamic acid. It is a white crystalline powder used primarily in cooking to enhance umami flavor in various dishes, particularly in Asian cuisine.

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Industrial Uses

1. Food & Healthcare Ingredients
  • Flavor Enhancer: MSG is primarily used as a flavor enhancer in a wide variety of food products, including soups, sauces, processed meats, snacks, and ready-to-eat meals. It intensifies umami flavors, making dishes more savory.
  • Seasoning Agent: It is often used in seasoning blends, including spice mixes, to enhance overall taste without adding extra sodium.
2. Pharmaceuticals
  • Flavoring Agent: MSG is used to mask the taste of active pharmaceutical ingredients in oral medications, making them more palatable, especially in liquid formulations.
3. Animal Healthcare
  • Nutritional Enhancer: MSG is used in animal feed to improve palatability, encouraging animals to eat more and improving nutrient absorption.
  • Flavoring Agent: It enhances the flavor of feed formulations, making them more appealing to livestock.
4. Personal Care
  • Flavoring Agent: In certain cosmetic products, MSG can be used as a flavoring agent in lip balms or other topical applications.
  • pH Adjuster: It may also be utilized to adjust the pH levels of some cosmetic formulations.
5. Pulp & Paper Solutions
  • Processing Aid: Used in the pulp and paper industry as a processing aid to improve the quality and efficiency of paper production.
  • Retention Agent: MSG may function as a retention agent to enhance the retention of fibers and fillers during the papermaking process.

Specifications

Assay ≥ 99%
Appearance White crystalline powder
Odor Odorless
Boiling Point Decomposes above 200 °C
Melting Point 185 °C (decomposes)
Density 1.54 g/cm³
Solubility Soluble in water (70 g/L)
Viscosity Not applicable
Flash Point Not applicable

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Acute Toxicity
Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards
Environmental Hazard

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