L-Glutamic acid, USP 98.5–101.5%

Name: L-Glutamic acid, USP 98.5–101.5%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046743

About L-Glutamic acid, USP 98.5–101.5%

L-Glutamic acid is an amino acid derivative in USP grade carrying the CAS registry number 56-86-0 at a purity of 98.5–101.5%. Its molecular formula is C5H9NO4 and its molecular weight is 147.13 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2S)-2-aminopentanedioic acid. Alternative names: L-glutamate and (S)-2-Aminopentanedioic acid.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include peptide synthesis, cell culture media and biochemical research. It is used across academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 1 kg packs, L-Glutamic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Peptide synthesis
Cell culture media
Biochemical research

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-Glutamic acid, USP 98.5–101.5%
Catalogue No.	VQ-046743
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	USP
Purity / assay	98.5–101.5%
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	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	-3.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
TPSA	101 Å²
Synonyms	L-glutamate, (S)-2-Aminopentanedioic acid, L-Glutaminic acid, Glutaminol, Glutamicol, (S)-Glutamic acid, glutaminic acid, L-glu, Glutamic acid, L-, Acido glutamico, Acide glutamique

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

Other grades of CAS 56-86-0

L-Glutamic acid

CAS: 56-86-0
Formula: C₅H₉NO₄
MW: 147.13 g/mol

VQ-046721

Microbiology

L-Glutamic acid, 99%+

CAS: 56-86-0
Formula: C₅H₉NO₄
MW: 147.13 g/mol

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BP/USP/EP / Cell Cult…

L-Glutamic acid, BP/USP/EP, cell culture tested

CAS: 56-86-0
Formula: C₅H₉NO₄
MW: 147.13 g/mol

VQ-046059

Cell Culture

L-Glutamic acid, cell culture tested

CAS: 56-86-0
Formula: C₅H₉NO₄
MW: 147.13 g/mol

VQ-046329

Food Grade

L-Glutamic acid, food grade (FCC)

CAS: 56-86-0
Formula: C₅H₉NO₄
MW: 147.13 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of L-Glutamic acid, USP 98.5–101.5%?

The CAS Registry Number of L-Glutamic acid, USP 98.5–101.5% is 56-86-0. It is also known as L-glutamate, (S)-2-Aminopentanedioic acid, L-Glutaminic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Glutamic acid, USP 98.5–101.5%?

L-Glutamic acid, USP 98.5–101.5% 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, USP 98.5–101.5% can I order?

We supply L-Glutamic acid, USP 98.5–101.5% in USP (98.5–101.5%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 10 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Glutamic acid, USP 98.5–101.5%?

Yes. Every lot of L-Glutamic acid, USP 98.5–101.5% 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, USP 98.5–101.5% be shipped internationally?

Yes. L-Glutamic acid, USP 98.5–101.5% 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.