Disodium 5'-Inosinate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Purine nucleotide flavor enhancer naturally found in meat and fish, exhibiting powerful synergy with MSG.
Official Category: Flavor Enhancer (향미증진제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved purine nucleotide enhancer
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS approved synergistic enhancer
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized; caution for gout sufferers
Commonly Found Foods
Instant noodle soupsbouillonprocessed meatssnack foods
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Bonito extract✓ Anchovy broth powder
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