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CAS 7558-63-6

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Ammonium glutamate

Description:
Ammonium glutamate, with the CAS number 7558-63-6, is a chemical compound that serves as a salt formed from the amino acid glutamic acid and ammonium. It is typically encountered as a white crystalline solid that is soluble in water, making it useful in various applications, particularly in the food industry as a flavor enhancer. The compound exhibits properties characteristic of both ammonium salts and amino acids, contributing to its role in biological systems, where it can participate in metabolic processes. Ammonium glutamate is known for its ability to enhance umami flavor, which is one of the five basic tastes. Additionally, it may have applications in pharmaceuticals and agriculture, where it can act as a nitrogen source for plants. Safety data indicates that it is generally recognized as safe when used appropriately, although, like many chemicals, it should be handled with care to avoid potential health risks associated with excessive consumption or exposure.
Formula:C5H9NO4·H3N
InChI:InChI=1S/C5H9NO4.H3N/c6-3(5(9)10)1-2-4(7)8;/h3H,1-2,6H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10);1H3/t3-;/m0./s1
InChI key:InChIKey=PHKGGXPMPXXISP-DFWYDOINSA-N
SMILES:[C@H](CCC(O)=O)(C(O)=O)N.N
Synonyms:
  • <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Glutamic acid, ammonium salt (1:1)
  • <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Glutamic acid, monoammonium salt
  • Ammonium 5-Oxido-5-Oxonorvaline
  • Ammonium glutamate
  • E 624
  • Glutamic acid monoammonium salt
  • Glutamic acid, monoammonium salt, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-
  • L-Glutamic acid ammonium salt
  • Monoammonium <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-glutamate
  • Monoammonium glutamate
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