Monopotassium glutamate

Monopotassium glutamate
Identifiers
CAS number 540778-10-7 Y
PubChem 23669634
ChemSpider 13228 Y
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Properties
Molecular formula C5H8KNO4
Molar mass 185.22 g mol−1
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Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
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Monopotassium glutamate is a compound with formula KC5H8NO4. It is a potassium acid salt of glutamic acid.

It has the E number E622 and is used in foods as a flavor enhancer. It is a non-sodium MSG alternative.