n-acetyl-L-glutamic acid

N-Acetyl-L-Glutamic Acid (CAS 1188-37-0), also known as NAG, is an acetylated derivative of L-glutamic acid; a biochemical intermediate and functional ingredient.

Where is n-acetyl-L-glutamic acid used?

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing: intermediate in synthesis of active compounds
• Parenteral and oral formulations: buffer where buffering capacity must be tightly controlled
• Cosmetics: hygroscopic agent in moisturizing serums, creams and skin-conditioning products
• It supports water retention in the stratum corneum.
• Amino acid-based infusion solutions and nutraceutical preparations: evaluated for metabolic support pathways
• Research: biochemical reagent in enzyme activity studies and metabolic pathway investigations

Good to know: Pharmaceutical-grade material meets USP and BP specifications for regulated drug product manufacturing.