Calcium glutamate

Calcium glutamate (CAS 19238-49-4) is the calcium salt of glutamic acid, supplying a bioavailable calcium source and glutamate functionality in one ingredient.

Where is Calcium glutamate used?

• Food systems: flavor enhancer and acidulant
• Processed foods: umami enhancement with calcium fortification
• Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical formulations: mineral supplement carrier
• Dietary supplements: elemental calcium in tablet, capsule and powder formats
• Oral rehydration and clinical nutrition products: mineral source
• Low-sodium flavor systems: partial replacement for monosodium glutamate
• It provides a savory taste profile without adding extra sodium.

Good to know: Buyers typically specify purity against in-house or compendial standards such as FCC or USP; material can also be sourced to meet Ph. Eur., BP, EP or ACS specifications.

Commercial specifications

• Food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade material
• Purity specified against in-house or compendial standards
• Multi-kilogram bags and fiber drums
• Suited to pilot-scale and commercial production volumes