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N Acetyl Glucosamine

What is N-Acetyl-Glucosamine?

N-Acetyl-Glucosamine (NAG) is a monosaccharide derivative of glucose. It is an amide between glucosamine and acetic acid. [1]



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Other Ingredient Information

Products containing N Acetyl Glucosamine


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Source(s) Derived From

 Plant Sources

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. N-Acetylglucosamine - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)


 N Acetyl D Glucosamine

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Revision History

Action User Date/Time
Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchOctober 18, 2012 @ 1:39 AM

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