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Synonyms: sodium glutamate, DL-monosodium glutamate, MSG,
sodium hydrogen glutamate, glutamic acid monosodium salt,
monosodium DL-glutamate
Use: flavour enhancer, food additive approved for use in many countries
Molecular formula: C5H8NO4Na
CAS No: 32221-81-1
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Appearance: white crystalline solid
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Water solubility: soluble
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Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents
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Not believed to present a significant risk to health.
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ORL-RAT LD50 16600 mg kg-1
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