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Disodium Inosine-5'-Monophosphate
Disodium Inosine-5'-Monophosphate
Also known as: sodium salts of IMP
Low concern
Disodium inosinate is GRAS in the US and approved (E631) in the EU. It is metabolized to purines and may worsen symptoms in people with gout sensitivity.
Found in
270 products
What it is
Disodium salt of inosine 5'-monophosphate (IMP), a flavor enhancer (E631).
Flavor enhancer; synergistic with MSG to boost umami.
Why it's flagged
- purine source — caution in gout
What regulators actually say
"Disodium inosinate is permitted as a food additive under 21 CFR 172.535."
"E 631 disodium 5'-inosinate is included in the Union list of food additives."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS (21 CFR 172.535)
European Union — EFSA
E631, permitted
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