E629
flavor enhancersCalcium Guanylate
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 E629
A flavor enhancer, suitable for vegetarian label on the package indicates the source of calcium guanylate is from vegetable source or it has to be under Halal or kosher certification. In USA/canada it is kosher certified and meet the Halal requirements. Although disodium guanylate is obtained from fish or seaweed or 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 E629 made from?
- calcium salt of guanylic acid (E626) - same source concerns
Foods that commonly contain E629
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Mushbooh - same concerns as E626/E627. Torula yeast on alcohol = haraam; plant fermentation = halal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E629 (Calcium Guanylate) halal?
E629 (Calcium Guanylate) 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 E629 used for?
E629 is used as a flavour enhancer in food products.
What foods contain E629?
E629 (Calcium Guanylate) is commonly found in: seasoning mixes, some processed foods.
What is E629 made from?
E629 can be derived from the following sources: calcium salt of guanylic acid (E626) - same source concerns.
What are the other names for E629?
E629 may appear on food labels as: Calcium Guanylate.
flavor enhancers category - 20 E-codes total: 3 Halal, 0 Haraam, 17 Mushbooh.
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