Monosodium Glutamate - MSG (Food Grade)
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Monosodium Glutamate - MSG (Food Grade)

Premium food grade monosodium glutamate (MSG) for umami flavor enhancement. This natural taste amplifier improves savory flavors in processed foods, seasonings, and culinary applications by providing the fifth taste - umami - which enhances overall flavor profile.

  • Umami Flavor Enhancement
  • Natural Taste Amplifier
  • Savory Flavor Booster
  • Reduces Sodium Content Need
  • Versatile Culinary Applications
  • Professional Food Grade
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Monosodium Glutamate
Abbreviation: MSG
E Number: E621
CAS Number: 142-47-2
Chemical Formula: C₅H₈NNaO₄·H₂O
Molecular Weight: 187.13 g/mol
Physical State: White crystalline powder
Solubility: Highly water-soluble
pH (1% solution): 6.7-7.2
Taste: Umami flavor enhancer
Purity: ≥99%
Packaging: 25kg kraft bags

Applications

Soups & Broths
Seasonings
Processed Meats
Snack Foods
Sauces & Condiments
Instant Noodles
Processed Foods
Frozen Foods
Flavor Enhancement
Asian Cuisine
Restaurant Seasoning
Meat Alternatives

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized MSG grades tailored for specific applications, ensuring optimal flavor enhancement performance and regulatory compliance across diverse food formulations.

Food Grade (FCC)
Purity: ≥99% Heavy Metals: ≤20 ppm Arsenic: ≤3 ppm Application: Food flavoring
Crystal Grade
Crystal size: 20-40 mesh Flowability: Excellent Solubility: Fast Application: Seasoning blends
Instant Grade
Dissolution: Rapid Particle size: Fine Dispersibility: High Application: Instant soups, noodles
Industrial Grade
Purity: ≥98% Bulk handling: Optimized Cost-effective: Yes Application: Large-scale processing

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's MSG is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international food safety standards and regulatory requirements for consistent flavor enhancement performance.

ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management
FCC & JECFA Standards
High Purity Analysis
Advanced Quality Testing
Fermentation-Based Production
Excellent Solubility
Certificate of Analysis
GRAS Status (FDA)

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Food Grade Monosodium Glutamate exhibits exceptional chemical properties essential for food applications. Its ultra-pure composition and precise umami enhancement characteristics ensure reliable performance in demanding food seasoning and flavor enhancement applications.

Analytical Properties
Glutamic Acid Content: ≥ 99.0%
pH (10% solution): 6.7-7.2
Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.5%
Chloride Content: ≤ 0.05%
Physical Properties
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Solubility (20°C): 74 g/100ml water
Melting Point: 232°C (decomposes)
Bulk Density: 0.6-0.8 g/cm³
Flavor Performance
Umami Intensity: Superior taste enhancement
Detection Threshold: 0.03% in water
Usage Level: 0.1-1.0% typical
Temperature Stability: Stable up to 200°C
Purity Specifications
Heavy Metals: ≤ 10 ppm
Lead: ≤ 1 ppm
Arsenic: ≤ 0.5 ppm
Residue on Ignition: ≤ 0.1%
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 36 months (unopened)
Light Sensitivity: Stable
Hygroscopicity: Low moisture absorption
Oxidation Stability: Excellent under dry conditions

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate MSG superiority in food applications with exceptional umami enhancement, flavor balance improvement, and taste profile optimization across diverse culinary applications.

Flavor Enhancement

Umami boost: 300% flavor intensity improvement

Superior taste profile enhancement
Sodium Reduction

Salt reduction: Up to 30% while maintaining taste

Healthier formulation options
Processing Stability

Working range: -10°C to 200°C operational

Stable across cooking temperatures
Solubility Performance

Dissolution: Instant in cold water

Easy incorporation in formulations
Batch Consistency

Variation: ±1% between production batches

Reliable flavor performance lot-to-lot
Natural Origin

Fermentation-derived, naturally occurring amino acid

Clean label ingredient

Safety Information

Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) food additive with no known adverse effects at normal usage levels. Handle with standard food safety practices including clean handling equipment, proper storage conditions, and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

GRAS Status
Food Safe
Natural Origin

Storage & Handling

Store in original sealed containers in a cool, dry area away from strong odors and direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product quality. Use clean, dry handling equipment to prevent contamination.

Cool storage (15-25°C)
Dry conditions (RH < 65%)
Original sealed packaging
Protect from direct sunlight

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Monosodium glutamate functions as a flavor enhancer through umami taste receptor activation, creating savory taste perception and flavor enhancement mechanisms through glutamate binding and synergistic flavor interactions.

Umami Activation

Glutamate binds to T1R1/T1R3 taste receptors triggering umami sensation

Creates distinctive savory taste perception
Flavor Synergy

Enhances existing flavors through synergistic interactions

Amplifies natural food flavors without masking
Salt Reduction

Enables sodium reduction while maintaining flavor intensity

Supports healthier food formulations
Protein Interaction

Complements protein-rich foods enhancing palatability

Optimizes flavor in meat and seafood applications

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global food industry access with complete documentation packages supporting international food safety standards and flavor enhancer approval requirements.

FDA GRAS Status

Generally Recognized as Safe for food applications

E621 Approval

European food additive approval for flavor enhancement

HACCP Certified

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points system

Codex Alimentarius

International food flavor enhancer standards compliance

Safety Studies

Extensive safety research and toxicological data

Kosher & Halal

Religious dietary compliance certifications available

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's food technology team provides comprehensive flavor enhancement support, sensory evaluation guidance, and technical services to optimize MSG performance in your specific food applications.

Flavor Science
  • Sensory evaluation support
  • Flavor profiling and optimization
  • Salt reduction formulations
  • Custom flavor blends
Analytical Services
  • Glutamate content analysis
  • Purity testing
  • Moisture content analysis
  • Microbiological testing
Technical Support
  • Processing troubleshooting
  • Storage and handling guidance
  • Quality control protocols
  • Application optimization
Supply Solutions
  • Custom particle sizes
  • Flexible packaging options
  • Just-in-time delivery
  • Technical documentation packages

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our MSG production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable fermentation processes, renewable feedstock utilization, and comprehensive waste management for food industry applications.

Biofermentation

Sustainable production using renewable carbohydrate sources

Water Management

Closed-loop processing with water treatment and recycling

Energy Efficiency

Optimized fermentation with reduced energy consumption

Waste Valorization

Fermentation byproducts converted to value-added products

Carbon Footprint

Reduced greenhouse gas emissions through bioprocessing

Packaging Sustainability

Recyclable and reduced packaging materials

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's state-of-the-art food ingredient manufacturing facility employs advanced fermentation technology to ensure consistent MSG quality and flavor enhancement performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Advanced fermentation in controlled food-grade environment

Precise glutamate concentration optimization
Quality Testing

Comprehensive testing including purity, moisture, and microbiological safety

Real-time monitoring and batch verification
Food Safety Systems

HACCP and ISO 22000 food safety management systems

Continuous improvement and preventive controls
Packaging Control

Moisture-controlled packaging with contamination prevention

Quality preservation and product integrity

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive food industry data demonstrating MSG effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified performance metrics and flavor enhancement validations.

Savory Foods
Flavor Enhancement: 40% intensity increase Consumer Preference: 85% approval Salt Reduction: 30% sodium decrease possible
Meat Products
Palatability: 50% improvement Juiciness Perception: Enhanced mouthfeel Processing Efficiency: Reduced seasoning costs
Soup & Seasonings
Flavor Depth: 60% enhancement Ingredient Synergy: Optimized flavor balance Shelf Stability: Maintained flavor intensity

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Purity

Consistently high-purity MSG with exceptional flavor enhancement properties and minimal off-flavors

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with sustainable fermentation and flexible production scheduling

Flavor Expertise

Dedicated food scientists provide formulation development and sensory optimization support

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with purity data and food safety compliance documentation

Global Standards

International compliance with FDA, EU, and Codex standards for worldwide acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with food manufacturers and custom flavor enhancement solutions