Sodium glutamate
- E621, MSG
The sodium salt of glutamic acid obtained by the action of sodium hydroxide. Prismatic white crystals or crystalline white powder. Odourless, characteristic weak sour taste. It has a taste and smell enhancing function. It increases the sensation of salty taste, allows to reduce the content of kitchen salt in dishes.
Specification
- CAS number 142-47-2
- EINECS number 205-538-1