Crystalline monosodium<unk>  (MSG)<unk>  is the generic name for flavor-enhancing compounds based on glutamic acid and its salts<unk> s). These compounds provide an umami (savory) taste to food. Glutamic acid and<unk> s are natural constituents of many fermented or aged foods, including soy sauce, fermented bean paste, and cheese. They can also be found in hydrolyzed proteins such as yeast extract. The sodium salt of glutamic acid, monosodium<unk>  (MSG), is manufactured on a large scale and widely used in the food industry.
Glutamate flavoring
Sugar substitute
Salt substitute
Appetite stimulant
Deodorant
Meal replacement
Corrosive substance
Photorejuvenation