What is E626? Guanylic Acid Explained
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E626 is Guanylic Acid — a flavour enhancer (yeast or animal) used in crisps and snack foods, instant noodles.
What is E626 (Guanylic Acid)?
E626 is Guanylic Acid, a food additive classified as a flavour enhancer that intensify existing flavours. A flavour enhancer (yeast or animal) used in crisps and snack foods, instant noodles. You'll find it in crisps and snack foods, instant noodles, soups and many other packaged foods. Like every E-number, E626 has been authorised for use in food following an EFSA safety evaluation — though authorisation doesn't mean concern-free, as the safety section below explains.
Where is E626 found?
E626 (Guanylic Acid) is found in crisps and snack foods, instant noodles, soups, sauces, processed meats, ready meals.
- crisps and snack foods
- instant noodles
- soups
- sauces
- processed meats
- ready meals
Is E626 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E626 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Guanylic Acid to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Guanylic Acid — status Safe.
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E626 FAQs
What is E626 in food?
E626 is Guanylic Acid — a flavour enhancer (yeast or animal) used in crisps and snack foods, instant noodles.
Is E626 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E626 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Guanylic Acid to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E626 vegan?
E626 (Guanylic Acid) may or may not be vegan — it depends on the source used by the manufacturer.
Is E626 halal?
E626 (Guanylic Acid) is MASHBOOH — its halal status is doubtful and depends on the source used.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA