E626
flavor enhancersGuanylic Acid
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 E626
Guanylic acid is nucleotide of RNA. Nucleotides are commercially obtained from torula yeast cells. Torula yeast is grown on alcohol in USA to obtain nucleotide which mostly used in infant baby formula. In Europe if torula yeast grown on sugar cane and sodium inosinate is obtained from it then it is Halal otherwise it is not Halal
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 E626 made from?
- torula yeast (grown on alcohol or sugar cane)
- fermentation of plant sugars
Foods that commonly contain E626
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Mushbooh - torula yeast grown on alcohol (USA) is haraam. European production on sugar cane is halal. Seek verification or halal-certified products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E626 (Guanylic Acid) halal?
E626 (Guanylic Acid) 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 E626 used for?
E626 is used as a flavour enhancer - nucleotide that amplifies umami taste in food products.
What foods contain E626?
E626 (Guanylic Acid) is commonly found in: instant noodles, flavored snacks, processed soups and gravies.
What is E626 made from?
E626 can be derived from the following sources: torula yeast (grown on alcohol or sugar cane), fermentation of plant sugars.
What are the other names for E626?
E626 may appear on food labels as: Guanylic Acid, 5'-Guanylic Acid, GMP.
flavor enhancers category - 20 E-codes total: 3 Halal, 0 Haraam, 17 Mushbooh.
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