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Role in food
Manufacturers add disodium inosinate to foods to boost their savory (umami) taste, often in …
What it is
Disodium inosinate is a flavor enhancer that is often produced commercially through the fermentation of sugars. It is a sodium salt of inosinic acid, which occurs naturally in some foods like meat and fish.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add disodium inosinate to foods to boost their savory (umami) taste, often in combination with monosodium glutamate (MSG) or disodium guanylate. It is commonly found in processed foods such as canned soups, instant noodles, snack foods, and processed meats.
Health notes
Disodium inosinate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is metabolized by the body similarly to other naturally occurring purines. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it, and EFSA has also assessed its safety. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects for most people.
Allergen info
Disodium inosinate is not derived from any of the FDA's major allergens and does not contain gluten.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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