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Torula Yeast Extract
Torula Yeast Extract
Low concern
Yeast extract is a common natural flavor enhancer; provides naturally occurring MSG/glutamate. FDA permits dried torula yeast.
Found in
38 products
What it is
Extract of Candida utilis (formerly Torulopsis utilis / torula yeast); rich in glutamates and 5'-nucleotides giving umami/savory flavor.
Flavor enhancer / savory base; natural source of free glutamate.
Why it's flagged
- sensitivity to free glutamate in some individuals
What regulators actually say
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Regulatory status
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