DL-Glutamic acid
Also known as: 2-Aminopentanedioic acid, H-DL-Glu-OH, DL-Glu, DL-Glu-OH, (±)-Glutamic acid, 2-Aminoglutaric acid, alpha-Aminoglutaric acid, EINECS 210-522-2, MFCD00063113, NSC 9967
DL-Glutamic acid (CAS 617-65-2) 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 194ºC, 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.
- 617-65-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-5929-0
- Molecular Formula
- C5H9NO4
- Molecular Weight
- 147.129 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 194ºC |
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| 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]. F M S Victor, et al. Pressure-induced phase transitions in DL-glutamic acid monohydrate crystal. Spectrochim Acta A Mol Biomol Spectrosc. 2020 Apr 5;230:118059. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of DL-Glutamic acid?
The CAS number of DL-Glutamic acid is 617-65-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of DL-Glutamic acid?
DL-Glutamic acid has molecular formula C5H9NO4 and molecular weight 147.129 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of DL-Glutamic acid?
For DL-Glutamic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Ketoglutaric acid, 2-Phenyl-5-oxazolone, acrylic acid methyl ester; Downstream Products: H-Glu(OtBu)-OtBu·HCl, 3-(2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl)propanoic acid, 2-Ketoglutaric acid.
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