Characteristics: Calcium glutamate is a white crystals or crystalline powder. It is practically odorless, has a specific characteristic taste. This salt substitute dissolves well in
Calcium glutamate is a white crystals or crystalline powder. It is practically odorless, has a specific characteristic taste. This salt substitute dissolves well in aqueous medium, is obtained by microbiological synthesis. The supplement increases the sensitivity of the receptors located on the tongue and as a result enhances the taste sensations. Due to this, it is used as a dietary supplement that enhances the taste and aroma of products.
In the food industry, E 623 is used as an additive to enhance the taste and aroma of food. It is used in broths, semi-finished products, snacks and many other food products. E 623 is also found in spices intended for retail sale, but sodium glutamate is most commonly used for this purpose.
Calcium glutamate is used in pharmaceuticals in the treatment of certain nervous and mental diseases and disorders.
The human body absorbs the substance as nucleic acid, absorbs it and processes it. The maximum daily safe human dose according to the standards is no more than 120 mg of calcium glutamate per 1 kg of body weight. In ready-made soups, broths and other foods, the additive may be contained in an amount of 10 g per 1 kg of finished product.