What is E633? Calcium Inosinate Explained
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E633 is Calcium Inosinate — a flavour enhancer (animal or fermentation) used in crisps and snack foods, instant noodles.
What is E633 (Calcium Inosinate)?
E633 is Calcium Inosinate, a food additive classified as a flavour enhancer that intensify existing flavours. A flavour enhancer (animal or fermentation) 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, E633 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 E633 found?
E633 (Calcium Inosinate) 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 E633 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E633 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Calcium Inosinate to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Calcium Inosinate — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E633. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide. Taking supplements? Check drug and supplement interactions.
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E633 FAQs
What is E633 in food?
E633 is Calcium Inosinate — a flavour enhancer (animal or fermentation) used in crisps and snack foods, instant noodles.
Is E633 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E633 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Calcium Inosinate to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E633 vegan?
E633 (Calcium Inosinate) may or may not be vegan — it depends on the source used by the manufacturer.
Is E633 halal?
E633 (Calcium Inosinate) is MASHBOOH — its halal status is doubtful and depends on the source used.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA