Monopotassium glutamate
Agent Name
Monopotassium glutamate
CAS Number
19473-49-5
Formula
C5-H9-N-O4.K
Major Category
Biological Agents
Synonyms
L-Glutamic acid, monopotassium salt; Monopotassium L-glutamate; Potassium glutamate; Potassium glutaminate; 5-Potassium hydrogen L-glutamate; L-Glutamic acid, potassium salt (1:1); Potassium L-glutamate; [ChemIDplus] MPG; [JECFA] L-Glutamic acid monopotassium; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Category
Amino Acids and Derivatives
Description
White crystalline solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as a flavor enhancer; [FDA]
Comments
Human ingestion of 57 mg/kg causes headache; [RTECS] May cause irritation; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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