L-Glutamine

Also known as: Levoglutamide, L-Glutamic acid 5-amide, L-2-Aminoglutaramic acid, H-Gln-OH, (S)-2,5-Diamino-5-oxopentanoic acid, L-(+)-Glutamine, L-Glutamic acid gamma-amide, Glutamine, 2-Aminoglutaramic acid, L-, L-Norvaline, 5-hydroxy-5-imino-

L-Glutamine (CAS 56-85-9) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H10N2O3 and a molecular weight of 146.145 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 185ºC, a boiling point of 353.5±52.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 167.6±30.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 56-85-9
Jingsj CID: J-5225-5
Molecular Formula: C₅H₁₀N₂O₃
Molecular Weight: 146.145 g/mol
Category: Organic Bases
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	185ºC
Boiling Point	353.5±52.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	167.6±30.7 °C
Exact Mass	146.069138
PSA	106.41000
LogP	-1.28
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.564

Activity & Biological Data

Target	Human Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information	[1]. Brosnan JT. Interorgan amino acid transport and its regulation. J Nutr. 2003 Jun;133(6 Suppl 1):2068S-2072S. [2]. Newsholme P, et al. Glutamine and glutamate as vital metabolites. Braz J Med Biol Res. 2003 Feb;36(2):153-63. Epub 2003 Jan 29. [3]. Newsholme P. Why is L-glutamine metabolism important to cells of the immune system in health, postinjury, surgery or infection? J Nutr. 2001 Sep;131(9 Suppl):2515S-22S; discussion 2523S-4S.

Target

Human Endogenous Metabolite

Additional Information

[1]. Brosnan JT. Interorgan amino acid transport and its regulation. J Nutr. 2003 Jun;133(6 Suppl 1):2068S-2072S. [2]. Newsholme P, et al. Glutamine and glutamate as vital metabolites. Braz J Med Biol Res. 2003 Feb;36(2):153-63. Epub 2003 Jan 29. [3]. Newsholme P. Why is L-glutamine metabolism important to cells of the immune system in health, postinjury, surgery or infection? J Nutr. 2001 Sep;131(9 Suppl):2515S-22S; discussion 2523S-4S.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2924199090
Summary	2924199090. other acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of L-Glutamine?

The CAS number of L-Glutamine is 56-85-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Glutamine?

L-Glutamine has molecular formula C5H10N2O3 and molecular weight 146.145 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of L-Glutamine?

For L-Glutamine, Upstream Products: Nalpha-FMOC-L-Glutamine, L-Glutamic acid, 2-Mercaptoethanol; Downstream Products: Dansyl-L-glutamine, Thalidomide, DL-Pyroglutamic acid.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "L-Glutamine (CAS 56-85-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-5225-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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