What Is L-Glutamic Acid (E620)? Applications, Dosage, Alternatives & Specifications
Last updated: 2026-11-14 · CAS 56-86-0 · Industrial Grade
- Quick facts
- Name
- L-Glutamic Acid (E620)
- CAS number
- 56-86-0
- Grade
- Industrial Grade
- Certifications
- ISO 9001 · ISO 22000 · HACCP · FAMI-QS · Kosher · Halal · GMP · SGS
- Application areas
- 4
- Documentation
- COA · TDS · SDS
Overview
With increasing consumer focus on healthy diets, the application of L-Glutamic acid as a salt substitute in low-sodium foods will continue to expand, meeting clean label and low-sodium food trends.
Applications
Cosmetics and Personal Care Applications
L-Glutamic acid is used as a moisturizer and skin conditioner in cosmetics and personal care products. Main Applications:
Health Products and Dietary Supplements Applications
L-Glutamic acid is used as a nutritional fortifier in health products and dietary supplements. Main Applications:
Feed Additives Applications
L-Glutamic acid is used as a nutritional supplement and attractant in feed additives. Main Applications:
Biochemical Reagents and Cell Culture Applications
L-Glutamic acid has important applications in biochemical reagents and cell culture. Main Applications:
Specification
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | L-Glutamic Acid (E620) |
| CAS Number | 56-86-0 |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Grade | Food / Feed / Industrial Grade |
| Packaging | 25kg net fiber drum with PE liner |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
Packaging & Storage
- Packing: 25kg net fiber drum with double PE liner.
- Sample: 100-500g free sample available.
- Storage: Keep in tightly closed packaging, cool, dry, well-ventilated. Protect from light and moisture.
- Shelf Life: 24 months from production date.
Quality & Certifications
Every batch tested by in-house QC lab. COA, TDS, SDS provided with each shipment.
Regulatory & Compliance
EU
Complies with EU regulations and FAMI-QS standards.
USA
Meets FDA and AAFCO requirements.
China
Registered under Chinese MOA regulations.
International
Kosher, Halal, ISO certified. FTA forms available.
Safety & Handling
- Hazard Class: Generally non-hazardous. Refer to SDS for details.
- Storage: Room temperature, dry, sealed. Avoid strong oxidizers.
- Transport: Non-dangerous goods. Standard sea/air freight.
- SDS: Available on request at sales@xadditive.cn.
Frequently asked questions
MOQ?
MOQ is 1kg for trial, 25kg for regular orders. Free samples available.
Shelf life?
24 months from production date when stored properly.
Certifications?
ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP, FAMI-QS, Kosher, Halal, COA, SDS, TDS.
How to get quote?
Email sales@xadditive.cn with your requirement. Reply within 30 minutes.
Request a quote & COA
Ask for the current specification sheet, a COA sample and a bulk quotation — reply within 30 minutes on working days.