E622
flavor enhancersMonopotassium Glutamate
What should I do with this product?
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
See which foods use it →Avoid this code. Check halal alternatives or scan a substitute product.
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Miscellaneous - flavour enhancers. Suitable for vegetarian label on the package indicates the source of monopotassium glutamate is from vegetable protein or it has to be under Halal or kosher certification. In USA/canada it is kosher certified and meet the Halal requirements. Monopotassium glutamate can also be obtained from yeast. But if yeast is grown on pork media then it is haram. It happened in indonesia few years back when monosodium glutamate is produced using pork fat media to grow yeast by ajinomonto indonesia. As it was reported on our website.
Verification Required
This additive's halal status depends on its source. Check the product label for a halal certification mark, or contact the manufacturer directly.
What is E622 made from?
- fermentation of plant sugars
- yeast extract
Foods that commonly contain E622
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Mushbooh - same concerns as E621 (MSG). Seek halal or vegetarian certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E622 (Monopotassium Glutamate) halal?
E622 (Monopotassium Glutamate) is classified as Mushbooh (Questionable). Source-dependent and requires verification. This additive may be derived from either halal (plant/synthetic) or haraam (animal) sources. Always check the product label or contact the manufacturer to verify the source.
What is E622 used for?
E622 is used as a flavour enhancer - potassium salt of glutamic acid in food products.
What foods contain E622?
E622 (Monopotassium Glutamate) is commonly found in: seasoning mixes, canned foods, snack foods.
What is E622 made from?
E622 can be derived from the following sources: fermentation of plant sugars, yeast extract.
What are the other names for E622?
E622 may appear on food labels as: Monopotassium Glutamate, Potassium Glutamate.
flavor enhancers category - 20 E-codes total: 3 Halal, 0 Haraam, 17 Mushbooh.
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