Monosodium Glutamate Food Grade 99% (E621)

Monosodium Glutamate Food Grade 99% (E621) (CAS 142-47-2, molecular formula C5H8NNaO4) is a food-grade ingredient supplied to a published specification for food, beverage and nutrition manufacture, with traceability from batch through to certificate. China Chemicals supplies it at 99% min in pack sizes from 1 kg through to 1000 kg Bulk Bag, so laboratory trial quantities and full production volumes can be sourced from the same specification.

It is also traded as MSG, E621, Sodium Glutamate, Umami Seasoning. Every consignment ships with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis and the current Safety Data Sheet, and material is stored and picked under stock rotation so you receive product well inside its shelf life.

Typical applications

Flavour enhancement in soups, stocks and seasoning blends
Savoury snack and instant noodle seasoning
Processed meat and ready meal formulation
Sauce, marinade and condiment manufacture
Salt reduction programmes in reformulated foods

Technical specification

Chemical name	Monosodium Glutamate Food Grade 99% (E621)
Synonyms	MSG, E621, Sodium Glutamate, Umami Seasoning
CAS number	142-47-2
Molecular formula	C5H8NNaO4
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Assay	99.0% min
Specific rotation	+24.8° to +25.3°
Loss on drying	0.5% max
Chloride	0.2% max
Heavy metals as Pb	5 ppm max
Standard	FCC / E621 compliant

Values above are typical and are confirmed on the Certificate of Analysis issued against each batch. Tighter specifications can be quoted where a process requires them.

Packaging and supply

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg Bag, 1000 kg Bulk Bag. Bulk, road tanker and export drum quantities are quoted on request, including FOB and CIF terms for international shipment. Pricing shown is per pack in USD, exclusive of freight and any applicable duties.

Handling and safety

Transport classification: Not regulated · Not classified as hazardous. Store in the original closed container in a cool, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials, and handle using appropriate personal protective equipment. Read the Safety Data Sheet in full before use — it is issued with every order and is available on request before purchase.

Supply to industry only. Products are sold for legitimate industrial, laboratory and manufacturing use. We may request end-use details and business registration before releasing an order.