Ingredient

Ribotide

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Ribotide is used to intensify savory (umami) flavors in foods. It is often found …

What it is

Ribotide is a mixture of two flavor enhancers: disodium inosinate and disodium guanylate. It is produced by fermenting sugars with specific microorganisms. The resulting compounds are then purified and dried.

Why it's used

Ribotide is used to intensify savory (umami) flavors in foods. It is often found in processed snacks, soups, sauces, and frozen meals. Manufacturers use it to make foods taste more flavorful and satisfying.

Health notes

Ribotide is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring agent. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it and set acceptable daily intakes. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects for most people. Some individuals may experience mild reactions, but this is rare.

Allergen info

Ribotide is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Ribotide

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BANGKOK COOKIES Bangkok Cookies, Thai Rice Crackers, Crab Curry Crackers & Biscotti 467kcal 6.7Protein 20Fat 66.7Carbs Wei-Chuan U S A Inc. Stewed Beef Noodle Soup With Tomato Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 67% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 113kcal 5.2Protein 4.4Fat 12.7Carbs Wei-Chuan U S A Inc. Pork & Shrimp Wonton Crusts & Dough High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 209kcal 13.2Protein 8.8Fat 18.7Carbs Wei-Chuan U S A Inc. Vegetable Pre-Steamed Dumpling Bread & Muffin Mixes High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 188kcal 6.2Protein 6.9Fat 29.2Carbs Rice Cracker Mix, Rice pacific exchange distributors Rice Cracker Mix, Rice Crackers & Biscotti 367kcal 6.7Protein 0Fat 86.7Carbs pacific exchange distributors ""Norimaki"" Rice Cracker, ""Norimaki"" Crackers & Biscotti 400kcal 10Protein 0Fat 86.7Carbs Synear Foods USA Pork, Shrimp & Mushroom Asian-Style Supreme Dumpling Frozen Fish & Seafood 233kcal 8.9Protein 8.9Fat 23.3Carbs Kawasho Foods USA Inc. Tiny Shrimp Canned Seafood High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 75% DV per serving 82kcal 18.8Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Synear Foods USA Dumpling, Pork & Mushroom Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 286kcal 7.7Protein 8.8Fat 35.2Carbs Synear Foods USA Pork & Shepherd's Purse Dumpling Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 253kcal 6.6Protein 9.9Fat 25.3Carbs Synear Foods USA Pork Dumpling With Shrimp Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 286kcal 7.7Protein 9.9Fat 35.2Carbs Synear Foods USA Dumpling, Pork & Cabbage Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 231kcal 6.6Protein 7.7Fat 24.2Carbs
Sugar (14 products) Salt (13 products) Soy Sauce (13 products) Water (12 products) Soybeans (11 products) Disodium 5'-inosinate (10 products) Monosodium Glutamate (10 products) Caramel Color (10 products) Disodium 5'-guanylate (10 products) Tapioca Starch (9 products)

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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