What is E634? Calcium 5-Ribonucleotides Explained
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E634 is Calcium 5-Ribonucleotides — a flavour enhancer (animal or yeast) used in crisps and snack foods, instant noodles.
What is E634 (Calcium 5-Ribonucleotides)?
E634 is Calcium 5-Ribonucleotides, a food additive classified as a flavour enhancer that intensify existing flavours. A flavour enhancer (animal or yeast) 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, E634 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 E634 found?
E634 (Calcium 5-Ribonucleotides) 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 E634 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E634 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Calcium 5-Ribonucleotides to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Calcium 5-Ribonucleotides — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E634. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide. Taking supplements? Check drug and supplement interactions.
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E634 FAQs
What is E634 in food?
E634 is Calcium 5-Ribonucleotides — a flavour enhancer (animal or yeast) used in crisps and snack foods, instant noodles.
Is E634 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E634 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Calcium 5-Ribonucleotides to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E634 vegan?
E634 (Calcium 5-Ribonucleotides) may or may not be vegan — it depends on the source used by the manufacturer.
Is E634 halal?
E634 (Calcium 5-Ribonucleotides) is MASHBOOH — its halal status is doubtful and depends on the source used.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA