E635
flavor enhancersSodium 5'-Ribonucleotide
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 E635
Miscellaneous - flavour enhancers. Sodium5-ribonucleotide is a nucleotide commercially obtained from torula yeast. Torula yeast is grown on alcohol in USA to obtain nucleotide which is mostly used in infant baby formula. In Europe if torula yeast grown on sugar cane and sodium5-ribonucleotide 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 E635 made from?
- torula yeast (grown on alcohol or sugar cane)
Foods that commonly contain E635
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Mushbooh - combines concerns of both E627 and E631. Torula yeast on alcohol (USA) is haraam. Plant/sugar-cane fermentation is halal. Seek halal certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E635 (Sodium 5'-Ribonucleotide) halal?
E635 (Sodium 5'-Ribonucleotide) 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 E635 used for?
E635 is used as a flavour enhancer - mixture of e627 + e631, very powerful umami booster in food products.
What foods contain E635?
E635 (Sodium 5'-Ribonucleotide) is commonly found in: flavored crisps, instant noodles, fast food seasonings, processed cheese.
What is E635 made from?
E635 can be derived from the following sources: torula yeast (grown on alcohol or sugar cane).
What are the other names for E635?
E635 may appear on food labels as: Sodium 5'-Ribonucleotides, Disodium 5'-Ribonucleotides.
flavor enhancers category - 20 E-codes total: 3 Halal, 0 Haraam, 17 Mushbooh.
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