Is Disodium 5'-Ribonucleotides (E635) Vegan?

Also known as: Disodium guanylate + Disodium inosinate mixture, Flavor nucleotides

Not Vegan

A mixture of E627 (disodium guanylate) and E631 (disodium inosinate). Both are typically derived from fish or meat.

Ingredient Data

Vegan Status

Not Vegan

E-Number

E635

Also Known As

Disodium guanylate + Disodium inosinate mixture; Flavor nucleotides

Source

A mixture of E627 (disodium guanylate) and E631 (disodium inosinate). Both are typically derived from fish or meat.

Commonly Found In

Instant noodles, flavored chips, crackers, soups, seasoning blends.

Vegan Alternative

Avoid unless confirmed plant or fermentation-derived by the manufacturer.

Additional Notes

E635 is a shorthand for a combination of E627 and E631 used as an umami flavor booster. The animal origin is rarely declared. A reliable red flag on any 'vegan' processed snack.

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