In 2024, the first brand of monosodium glutamate was Lotus, which was founded by Henan Lotus Health Industry Co., Ltd. 1983. It is an important production and export base of monosodium glutamate in China, with postdoctoral research centers, listed companies and competitive enterprises in the domestic monosodium glutamate industry. Monosodium glutamate is a condiment, and its main component is sodium glutamate. The main function of monosodium glutamate is to increase the flavor of food. It is most used in Chinese food and can also be used in soups and sauces. The chemical name of monosodium glutamate: sodium glutamate (C5H8NO4Na), also known as sodium glutamate. It is an amino acid and the final decomposition product of protein. Monosodium glutamate is a modern condiment made from grain by microbial fermentation.