E623
flavor enhancersCalcium 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.
Scan a substitute product →About E623
Miscellaneous - flavour enhancers. Suitable for vegetarian label on the package indicates the source of calcium 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. Calcium 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 E623 made from?
- fermentation of plant sugars
Foods that commonly contain E623
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Mushbooh - same concerns as E621.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E623 (Calcium Glutamate) halal?
E623 (Calcium 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 E623 used for?
E623 is used as a flavour enhancer in food products.
What foods contain E623?
E623 (Calcium Glutamate) is commonly found in: seasoning mixes, processed foods.
What is E623 made from?
E623 can be derived from the following sources: fermentation of plant sugars.
What are the other names for E623?
E623 may appear on food labels as: Calcium Diglutamate, Calcium Glutamate.
flavor enhancers category - 20 E-codes total: 3 Halal, 0 Haraam, 17 Mushbooh.
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