| Formula / Notation | C5H10N2O3 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 56-85-9 |
| Molecular Weight | 146.14 |
| Melting Point | 185.5 dec °C |
| Density | 1.364 g/cu cm |
| Solubility | 41300 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | Opaque solid; [Merck Index] White powder; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] |
| Also Known As | (2S)-2,5-diamino-5-oxopentanoic acid; glutamine; 56-85-9; Levoglutamide; L-(+)-Glutamine; Cebrogen; Stimulina; glumin; Glutamic acid amide; Levoglutamid |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is L-Glutamine?
L-glutamine is an optically active form of glutamine having L-configuration. It has a role as a micronutrient, a nutraceutical, an EC 1.14.13.39 (nitric oxide synthase) inhibitor, a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a L-alpha-amino acid, a glutamine family amino acid, a glutamine and a proteinogenic amino acid. It is a conjugate base of a L-glutaminium. It is a conjugate acid of a L-glutaminate. It is an enantiomer of a D-glutamine. It is a tautomer of a L-glutamine zwitterion.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: (2S)-2,5-diamino-5-oxopentanoic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: (2S)-2,5-diamino-5-oxopentanoic acid; glutamine; 56-85-9; Levoglutamide; L-(+)-Glutamine; Cebrogen; Stimulina; glumin; Glutamic acid amide; Levoglutamid
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 185.5 dec °C |
| Density | 1.364 g/cu cm |
| Molecular Weight | 146.14 |
| Solubility | 41300 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | Opaque solid; [Merck Index] White powder; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
L-glutamine is an optically active form of glutamine having L-configuration. It has a role as a micronutrient, a nutraceutical, an EC 1.14.13.39 (nitric oxide synthase) inhibitor, a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a L-alpha-amino acid, a glutamine family amino acid, a glutamine and a proteinogenic amino acid. It is a conjugate base of a L-glutaminium. It is a conjugate acid of a L-glutaminate. It is an enantiomer of a D-glutamine. It is a tautomer of a L-glutamine zwitterion.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for L-Glutamine is: C5H10N2O3