Ingredient · E627

And Guanylate

Source
Unknown
Not yet classified by editors
Allergen
No
Role in food
Disodium guanylate is used to enhance the savory (umami) taste of foods. It is …

This entry is a label phrase. See the main ingredient page: Guanylate.

What is And Guanylate?

Disodium guanylate is a flavor enhancer made from yeast extract or seaweed. It is often produced commercially through fermentation.

Is And Guanylate a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is And Guanylate used for?

Disodium guanylate is used to enhance the savory (umami) taste of foods.

Is And Guanylate safe?

Disodium guanylate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

Disodium guanylate is used to enhance the savory (umami) taste of foods. It is commonly found in processed foods like soups, sauces, and snack seasonings.

Health notes

Disodium guanylate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is often used in combination with disodium inosinate, and together they can provide a synergistic umami flavor. JECFA has evaluated disodium guanylate and established an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Foods that contain And Guanylate

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.