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Amino Acids

Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Proteins are long chains of amino acids, each having its own sequence of amino acids. The sequence makes the protein take different shapes and have different functions in your body.

 

Several amino acids, or their derivatives, are used as flavor enhancers in foods. For example, glycine and alanine are commonly used to heighten the flavor and taste of some foods.

L-Alanine

Properties: White crystalline powder; odorless with a sweet taste

Purpose: Dietary supplement, nutrient 

Where Used: Various 

L-Cysteine (HCL/Base)

Properties: White crystals or powder

Purpose: Amino Acid, reducing agent, dough relaxer 

Where Used: Bread, baked goods, beverages

L-Glutamic Acid

Properties: White crystals or crystalline powder

Purpose: Dietary supplement, nutrient, salt substitute 

Where Used: Various

Glycine

Properties: White crystals; odorless; sweet taste

Purpose: Dietary supplement, nutrient 

Where Used: Beverage bases, beverages, fats (rendered animal)

L-Lysine

Properties: White powder

Purpose: Dietary supplement, nutrient 

Where Used: Various 

L-Methionine

Properties: White, crystalline powder or platelets; faint odor

Purpose: Dietary supplement, nutrient 

Where Used: Various

Taurine

Properties: White crystalline powder, almost odorless, slightly acidic taste

Purpose: Dietary supplement, buffering agent, flavoring agent, amino acid, fragrance additive, antioxidant properties

Where used: Energy drinks, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals etc. 

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