Description

L-Glutamic Acid, n-(1-Deoxy-D-Fructos-1-Yl)- is a Maillard reaction product formed between glutamic acid and glucose, known as N-(1-Deoxy-D-fructos-1-yl)-L-glutamic acid. This compound is significant for its role as a key intermediate and flavor precursor in the development of savory, umami, and roasted notes during thermal food processing. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the food flavoring, seasoning, and processed food industries to enhance and control flavor profiles. Its application extends to research in food chemistry and the development of natural flavoring systems.

Application

• Flavor Enhancer & Precursor: Used to develop and intensify savory, meaty, and umami flavors in processed foods, soups, sauces, and snacks.
• Seasoning Blends: Incorporated into dry seasoning mixes, bouillon cubes, and instant noodles to create complex, roasted flavor notes.
• Food Processing Aid: Acts as an intermediate in the Maillard reaction during the thermal processing of protein-rich foods to generate desired aroma compounds.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or model compound in food science research for studying flavor formation mechanisms and kinetics.
• Natural Flavoring Systems: Utilized in the creation of clean-label and natural flavoring ingredients by mimicking traditional cooking processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Glutamic Acid, n-(1-Deoxy-D-Fructos-1-Yl)-
CAS No.	31105-01-8
Molecular Formula	C11H19NO9
Molecular Weight	309.27 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(1-Deoxy-D-fructos-1-yl)-L-glutamic acid; N-(1-Deoxyfructos-1-yl)glutamic acid; Amadori compound of glutamic acid; L-Glutamic acid, N-(1-deoxy-D-fructos-1-yl)-; Fructosyl-glutamate; Glutamic acid Amadori rearrangement product; ARP (Amadori Rearrangement Product) of glutamic acid; Flavor precursor GLU-ARP
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our L-Glutamic Acid, n-(1-Deoxy-D-Fructos-1-Yl)- is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the specifications required for food-grade applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurities, and physical parameters is available for every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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