L-Glutamic acid, 99%+

Name: L-Glutamic acid, 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002131

About L-Glutamic acid, 99%+

Listed under CAS 56-86-0, L-Glutamic acid is an amino acid derivative available from Vaqora Chemicals (Microbiology grade) at a purity of ≥99%. Formula C5H9NO4, molecular weight 147.13 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2S)-2-aminopentanedioic acid. Common synonyms include (S)-2-Aminopentanedioic acid and Glutamic acid.

It is supplied as a white solid. Reported physical data include a melting point of 205 °C (dec.). Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 2 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for peptide synthesis, cell culture media and biochemical research. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies L-Glutamic acid in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Peptide synthesis
Cell culture media
Biochemical research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-Glutamic acid, 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-002131
CAS Number	56-86-0
IUPAC name	(2S)-2-aminopentanedioic acid
Molecular formula	C₅H₉NO₄
Molecular weight	147.13 g/mol
Exact mass	147.0532
Grade	Microbiology
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29224210
InChIKey	WHUUTDBJXJRKMK-VKHMYHEASA-N
SMILES	C(CC(=O)O)[C@@H](C(=O)O)N
PubChem CID	33032

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
Appearance	White solid
Melting point	205 °C (dec.)
LogP (XLogP3)	-3.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
TPSA	101 Å²
Synonyms	(S)-2-Aminopentanedioic acid, Glutamic acid, L-glutamate, L-Glutaminic acid, Glutaminol, Glutamicol, (S)-Glutamic acid, glutaminic acid, L-glu, L-(+)-glutamic acid, Glutamic acid, L-, Acido glutamico

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

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 is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

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MW: 147.13 g/mol

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MW: 147.13 g/mol

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MW: 147.13 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of L-Glutamic acid, 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of L-Glutamic acid, 99%+ is 56-86-0. It is also known as (S)-2-Aminopentanedioic acid, Glutamic acid, L-glutamate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Glutamic acid, 99%+?

L-Glutamic acid, 99%+ has the molecular formula C5H9NO4 and a molecular weight of 147.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S)-2-aminopentanedioic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of L-Glutamic acid, 99%+ can I order?

We supply L-Glutamic acid, 99%+ in Microbiology (≥99%) grade, in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Glutamic acid, 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of L-Glutamic acid, 99%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can L-Glutamic acid, 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. L-Glutamic acid, 99%+ is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.