D(-)-Glutamic acid

Also known as: D-Glutamic acid, (2R)-2-aminopentanedioic acid, (R)-(-)-Glutamic acid, H-D-Glu-OH, NSC 77686, D-α-Aminoglutaric acid, D-2-Aminoglutaric acid, D-Glutaminic acid, MFCD00063112, EINECS 230-000-8

D(-)-Glutamic acid (CAS 6893-26-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H9NO4 and a molecular weight of 147.129 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 200-202ºC, a boiling point of 333.8±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 155.7±25.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 6893-26-1
Jingsj CID: J-1969766-6
Molecular Formula: C₅H₉NO₄
Molecular Weight: 147.129 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	200-202ºC
Boiling Point	333.8±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	155.7±25.1 °C
Exact Mass	147.053162
PSA	100.62000
LogP	-1.43
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.522

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Han H, et al. Changes in D-aspartic acid and D-glutamic acid levels in the tissues and physiological fluids of mice with various D-aspartate oxidase activities. J Pharm Biomed Anal. 2015 Dec 10;116:47-52. [2]. Chung SY, et al. IgE binding to peanut allergens is inhibited by combined D-aspartic and D-glutamic acids. Food Chem. 2015 Jan 1;166:248-53. [3]. Wilson W, et al. The metabolism of D- and L- glutamic acid in the rat. J Biol Chem. 1961 Feb;236:365-9.

Additional Information

[1]. Han H, et al. Changes in D-aspartic acid and D-glutamic acid levels in the tissues and physiological fluids of mice with various D-aspartate oxidase activities. J Pharm Biomed Anal. 2015 Dec 10;116:47-52. [2]. Chung SY, et al. IgE binding to peanut allergens is inhibited by combined D-aspartic and D-glutamic acids. Food Chem. 2015 Jan 1;166:248-53. [3]. Wilson W, et al. The metabolism of D- and L- glutamic acid in the rat. J Biol Chem. 1961 Feb;236:365-9.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2922499990
Summary	HS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of D(-)-Glutamic acid?

The CAS number of D(-)-Glutamic acid is 6893-26-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of D(-)-Glutamic acid?

D(-)-Glutamic acid has molecular formula C5H9NO4 and molecular weight 147.129 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of D(-)-Glutamic acid?

For D(-)-Glutamic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Ketoglutaric acid, D-alloisoleucine, (R)-2-Aminobutyric acid; Downstream Products: N-Boc-D-glutamic acid 5-benzyl ester, 3-(2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl)propanoic acid, 2-Ketoglutaric acid.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "D(-)-Glutamic acid (CAS 6893-26-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1969766-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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