Asparagine

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Contents 1 Asparagine 1.1 CAS number 1.2 Synonyms 1.3 Industry claims found in 1.4 Possible physical or functional effects 1.5 Properties 1.6 Toxicology

Asparagine

CAS number

5794-13-8

Synonyms

L-Asparagine; 1-a-Aminosuccinamic acid; 2-Aminosuccinamic acid; (+)-Aspartic acid 4-amide; Aspartic acid b-monoamide

Industry claims found in

proteins, licorice

Possible physical or functional effects

Flavoring agents and adjuvants; Nutrient supplements

Properties

used in cigarettes; industry claims FDA approved food additive

Toxicology

Heated to decomp., emits toxic fumes of NOx