Ingredient

Ammonium Glutamate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
It is used as a flavor enhancer in processed foods. It can help to …

What it is

Ammonium glutamate is the ammonium salt of glutamic acid, an amino acid. It is produced through a chemical process.

Why it's used

It is used as a flavor enhancer in processed foods. It can help to bring out savory tastes in products like Mexican dinner mixes, breads, and entrees.

Health notes

In the US, ammonium glutamate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring agent. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Ammonium glutamate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten.

Products containing Ammonium Glutamate

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B&G Foods, Inc. Ortega, Street Taco Kit Mexican Dinner Mixes High in sodium — 53% DV per serving 256kcal 6.7Protein 3.9Fat 47.8Carbs B&G Foods, Inc. Ortega, Street Taco Kit Mexican Dinner Mixes High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 267kcal 7.8Protein 5Fat 47.8Carbs B&G Foods, Inc. Ortega, Whole Wheat Tortillas Mexican Dinner Mixes 284kcal 8.1Protein 4.7Fat 52.7Carbs Skyline Chili Inc. Skyline Chili, Flour Tortillas Mexican Dinner Mixes 294kcal 7.8Protein 4.9Fat 52.9Carbs Nestle USA Inc. Soft Taco Dinner Kit Entrees, Sides & Small Meals High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 247kcal 6.7Protein 3.4Fat 47.2Carbs 8" Whole Wheat Tortillas B&G Foods, Inc. 8" Whole Wheat Tortillas Breads & Buns 289kcal 8.9Protein 4.4Fat 55.6Carbs B&G Foods, Inc. Grande Hard & Soft Taco Shell And Tortilla Kit Breads & Buns High in sodium — 32% DV per serving 256kcal 7.3Protein 3.7Fat 48.8Carbs B&G Foods, Inc. Bakeable Tortilla Bowl Kit Mexican Dinner Mixes 300kcal 7.5Protein 5Fat 55Carbs B&G Foods, Inc. Grande Hard & Soft Taco Shell And Tortilla Breads & Buns 288kcal 9.1Protein 4.5Fat 54.5Carbs 8 Inch Diameter Flour Tortillas B&G Foods, Inc. 8 Inch Diameter Flour Tortillas Breads & Buns 300kcal 7.5Protein 5Fat 55Carbs B&G Foods, Inc. Grande Hard & Soft Taco Kit Entrees, Sides & Small Meals High in sodium — 32% DV per serving 256kcal 7.3Protein 3.7Fat 48.8Carbs Cauliflower And Flour Tortillas B&G Foods, Inc. Cauliflower And Flour Tortillas Breads & Buns 293kcal 9.8Protein 4.9Fat 53.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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