Description

Ammonium Glycyrrhizinate is the ammonium salt of glycyrrhizic acid, a key bioactive triterpenoid saponin derived from licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra). This compound is highly valued for its exceptional sweetening potency, which is approximately 50 times that of sucrose, and its multifunctional properties as a flavor enhancer, surfactant, and bioactive agent. It serves as a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the food & beverage, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and personal care industries, seeking natural, high-intensity sweeteners with additional functional benefits.

Application

• Food & Beverage: Used as a high-potency natural sweetener and flavor modifier in confectionery, beverages, dairy products, and baked goods.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as an excipient for taste-masking in syrups, lozenges, and chewable tablets, and valued for its traditional anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective properties.
• Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: Formulated into capsules and tablets for its potential supportive effects on digestive health, respiratory wellness, and adrenal function.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare products for its soothing, anti-irritant, and whitening properties, often found in creams, lotions, and serums.
• Oral Care: Used in toothpaste and mouthwash for its sweetening effect and potential benefits in reducing oral bacteria and plaque.
• Tobacco Industry: Applied as a flavoring and moistening agent in certain tobacco products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Glycyrrhizinate
CAS No.	1407-03-0
Molecular Formula	C42H65NO16 • NH3
Molecular Weight	839.99 g/mol (for C42H65NO16)
Synonyms	Glycyrrhizic Acid Ammonium Salt; Ammoniated Glycyrrhizin; Glycyrrhizin Ammonium; Magnasweet; 18β-Glycyrrhetinic Acid 3-O-(2-O-β-D-Glucopyranuronosyl-α-D-glucopyranosiduronic Acid) Ammonium Salt; E 958 (when used as a food additive); Licorice Extract, Ammoniated; Ammonium Glycyrrhizate.
EINECS	215-785-7

Quality Control

Our Ammonium Glycyrrhizinate is produced under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with Food Chemical Codex (FCC) and pharmaceutical standards, ensuring suitability for sensitive applications. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, heavy metals screening, and microbiological examination. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to yellowish-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.0%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 1000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 100 cfu/g
E. coli	Negative
Salmonella	Negative

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.