CAS No: 142-47-2
Chemical Name: Glutamic acid monosodium salt monohydrate
Molecular Formula: C5H8NNaO4
Molecular Weight: 169.11
Chemical Structure:

Monosodium glutamate (also known as sodium glutamate, MSG) is a sodium salt of the non-essential amino glutamic acid. Commercial MSG is produced by fermentation of starch, sugar beets, sugar cane or molasses. It exists as enantiomers, only the L-glutamate enantiomer has flavour-enhancing properties.
MSG is used as a flavour enhancer. MSG is often used by many fast food chains and in many foodstuffs, particularly processed foods.

Standards: FCC IV
Packing: 25kg / paper bag
Storage: Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area.