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Glutamic Acid 50 g

The Amino Acid Behind Flavor, Hydration and Plant Growth

Glutamic acid is a naturally occurring amino acid featured in the Amino Acids section of our catalog, alongside other raw materials used across food technology, cosmetic formulation and crop nutrition. The 50 gram pack is sized for home experimentation, small formulation trials and early-stage product testing without committing to bulk purchasing.

The largest global demand for glutamic acid comes from the food industry, where it works as a natural umami flavor enhancer used in bouillon cubes, soy sauces, snack seasonings, instant soups and savory blends. It is typically mixed into dry ingredient batches or dissolved into the water phase before pasteurization, at dosages ranging from 0.1 to 0.5 percent of the finished product weight. Since prolonged heating above 100 degrees Celsius can partially break down the amino acid, adding it during the later stages of thermal processing helps preserve its flavor-enhancing properties.

A second major application is in nutritional supplements and sports nutrition. Glutamic acid participates in nitrogen metabolism and acts as a precursor to glutamate, a key neurotransmitter in the body. In blended formulas it pairs well with Glycine, which rounds out the amino acid profile, and with Soy Protein Isolate when developing protein blends and nutrition bars.

In cosmetic manufacturing, glutamic acid is valued as a humectant closely related to the skin's natural moisturizing factor. It is used in serums, creams, toners and hair treatments, where it helps bind moisture and support the skin surface barrier. Recommended dosage in finished formulations ranges from 1 to 5 percent, added to the water phase during the cooling stage at temperatures below 40 degrees to prevent degradation. For strengthening skin and hair structure, it is frequently combined with L-Proline, which supports collagen fiber formation.

Another notable field is agriculture, where dilute amino acid solutions are applied as foliar feed to improve nitrogen uptake and increase plant resistance to environmental stress, typically at concentrations of 0.1 to 1 percent per liter of water.

In household chemistry, glutamic acid also serves as a base for producing mild surfactant derivatives, which is useful for developing gentle laundry formulas and cleaning products designed for sensitive skin contact.

Store glutamic acid in a dry, cool place inside a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and direct sunlight, to keep the powder stable over extended periods.

Foliar Growth Spray for Home Garden Plants

Distilled water 1000 ml

Glutamic acid 3 g

Molasses 5 ml

Dissolve the glutamic acid in slightly warm water around 30 degrees Celsius, stirring until fully clear, then add the molasses and mix thoroughly until combined. Pour the finished solution into a spray bottle and apply directly onto plant leaves in the early morning or evening, avoiding direct midday sun, repeating the treatment every two weeks during the active growing season.

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INCI	Glutamic Acid
Other
Att brand	Germany
Color product	white
Descriptio smell	characteristic
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	0.3-4%, Serum - 0.3-1%, emulsions and moisturizing gels - 0.5-1%, micellar water, ubtans - 1-1.5%, body scrubs, shampoos - 1-4%, sunscreen cosmetics - 1-3%, moisturizing gel masks for dry hair - 4%
Minimum count	1
Name	Glutamic Acid 50 g
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	50 grams
Solubility	water, better hot
View	crystalline powder
Valid until	10.2028