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L-Glutamic acid

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L-Glutamic acid chemical structure
CAS number56-86-0
FormulaC5H9NO4
Molar mass147.13 g/mol
HS code29224210
InChIKeyWHUUTDBJXJRKMK-VKHMYHEASA-N
IUPAC name(2S)-2-aminopentanedioic acid

About L-Glutamic acid

Zemixal supplies L-Glutamic acid within its life Science & Biochemicals portfolio. Identity at a glance: CAS 56-86-0, formula C5H9NO4 and molar mass 147.13 g/mol.

Where it is used

  • Peptide synthesis
  • Cell culture media
  • Biochemical research

Safe handling

Classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 and H318. Read the SDS before first use.

Available as 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg and 10 kg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. Each lot travels with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Send an enquiry through the quote panel and you get a formal offer with Incoterms and delivery time.

Typical uses

  • Peptide synthesis
  • Cell culture media
  • Biochemical research

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of L-Glutamic acid
Product nameL-Glutamic acid
Catalogue numberZX-038200
CAS number56-86-0
IUPAC name(2S)-2-aminopentanedioic acid
Molecular formulaC5H9NO4
Molar mass147.13 g/mol
Exact mass147.0532
XLogP3-3.7
H-bond donors / acceptors3 / 5
Topological polar surface area101 Ų
HS code29224210
InChIKeyWHUUTDBJXJRKMK-VKHMYHEASA-N
SMILESC(CC(=O)O)[C@@H](C(=O)O)N
PubChem CID33032
SynonymsL-glutamate, (S)-2-Aminopentanedioic acid, L-Glutaminic acid, Glutaminol, Glutamicol, (S)-Glutamic acid, glutaminic acid, L-glu, Glutamic acid, L-, Acido glutamico, Acide glutamique

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS05 Corrosive
Corrosive

Signal word Danger

  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements P260, P264, P264 + P265, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P363, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of L-Glutamic acid
25 gQuoted on request
100 gQuoted on request
500 gQuoted on request
1 kgQuoted on request
10 kgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about L-Glutamic acid

Which CAS number identifies L-Glutamic acid?
L-Glutamic acid is registered under CAS 56-86-0. You may also see it listed as L-glutamate, (S)-2-Aminopentanedioic acid, L-Glutaminic acid. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-038200.
What are the formula and molar mass of L-Glutamic acid?
For L-Glutamic acid, its formula is C5H9NO4 and its molar mass is 147.13 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is (2S)-2-aminopentanedioic acid. InChIKey WHUUTDBJXJRKMK-VKHMYHEASA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for L-Glutamic acid?
The grade and assay are confirmed on the quotation and the batch COA. Standard packs are 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 10 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with L-Glutamic acid?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship L-Glutamic acid to my country?
Yes. Because L-Glutamic acid is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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