Monosodium glutamate

Monosodium glutamate (CAS 32221-81-1), commonly known as MSG, is the sodium salt form of glutamic acid used as a flavor enhancer in food manufacturing.

Where is Monosodium glutamate used?

• Processed food manufacturing: intensifies savory flavor in soups, sauces, seasonings and snack coatings at low use levels
• Ready meals and meat processing: marinades, cured products and seasoning blends
• Pharmaceutical oral formulations: buffering and taste-masking agent
• Culinary ingredient suppliers package it as a standalone seasoning component for foodservice and retail distribution.

Good to know: It amplifies savory, umami taste profiles, allowing formulators to reduce sodium content. Food-grade material meeting FCC specifications is the standard commercial form, with USP-grade available for specialized pharmaceutical use.

Commercial specifications

• Various particle size grades for direct blending or coating applications
• Bulk supply in 25 kg bags; larger quantities in supersacks