L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride
Also known as: L-(+)-Glutamic acid hydrochloride, H-Glu-OH·HCl, (S)-2-Aminopentanedioic acid hydrochloride, L-Glutamic acid monohydrochloride, L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride (1:1), Glutamic acid hydrochloride (1:1), EINECS 205-315-9, MFCD00012619
L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride (CAS 138-15-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H10ClNO4 and a molecular weight of 183.590 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 214 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 333.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.525 and a flash point of 155.7ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 138-15-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-42950-5
- Molecular Formula
- C5H10ClNO4
- Molecular Weight
- 183.590 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 214 °C (dec.)(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 333.8ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.525 |
| Flash Point | 155.7ºC |
| Exact Mass | 183.029831 |
| PSA | 100.62000 |
| LogP | 0.76540 |
| Vapor Pressure | 2.55E-05mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 24 ° (C=6, H2O) |
| Additional Property | 490 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Luckose F, et al. Effects of amino acid derivatives on physical, mental, and physiological activities. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2015;55(13):1793-1144. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922499990 |
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| 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 L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride?
The CAS number of L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride is 138-15-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride?
L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride has molecular formula C5H10ClNO4 and molecular weight 183.590 g/mol.
Is L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride hazardous?
L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride?
For L-Glutamic acid hydrochloride, Upstream Products: Methyl L-pyroglutamate, L-Pyroglutamic acid, (S)-1-Benzyl 2-methyl pyrrolidine-1,2-dicarboxylate; Downstream Products: H-Glu(OtBu)-OtBu·HCl, L-Glutamic acid dimethyl ester hydrochloride, Succinic acid.
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