Monoammonium Glutamate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Sodium-free ammonium salt of glutamic acid used in specialized savory products.
Official Category: Flavor Enhancer (향미증진제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Permitted ammonium glutamate salt
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS approved
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized food additive
Commonly Found Foods
Canned soupsdietetic food formulations
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Natural amino acid ferment
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