Monopotassium Glutamate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Potassium salt of glutamic acid used to impart umami in low-sodium formulations.
Official Category: Flavor Enhancer (향미증진제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved sodium-free glutamate
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS for sodium reduction formulations
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized with kidney patient advisory
Commonly Found Foods
Low-sodium soy saucesdietetic brothssalt substitutes
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Potassium-balanced yeast extract
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