Monopotassium glutamate
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IUPAC name Potassium 2-amino-5-hydroxy-5-oxopentanoate | |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.039.161 ![]() |
E number | E622 (flavour enhancer) |
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Chemical formula | C5H8KNO4 |
Molar mass | 185.220 g·mol−1 |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa). ![]() ![]() ![]() Infobox references |
Chemical compound
Monopotassium glutamate (MPG) is the compound with formula KC5H8NO4. It is a potassium 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.
See also
- Monoammonium glutamate
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