Calcium Di-Glutamate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Calcium salt of glutamic acid providing both umami taste and calcium fortification.
Official Category: Flavor Enhancer (향미증진제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Permitted calcium-fortified umami salt
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS affirmed
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E623
Commonly Found Foods
Fortified soup mixesdiet chipsnutrition bars
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Whey calcium ferment
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