Disodium Guanylate (E627) — What You Need to Know
The score is an eNumbers.org editorial summary, not an official agency rating or medical advice. Start with the regulatory status and primary sources below.
What Is Disodium Guanylate?
Flavour enhancer that works synergistically with MSG to intensify umami taste. Derived from yeast extract or sardines.
What Is It Used For?
Exposure figures are population-level references, not personal limits. Actual intake varies by diet, product and jurisdiction.
Regulatory & Editorial Context
eNumbers.org currently assigns Disodium Guanylate an editorial context label of Generally Safe with a score of 7/10. This is 0.2 points below the database average for flavor enhancers (7.2/10). Dataset reference year: .
This score is not issued by EFSA, FDA, WHO or another regulator.
Commonly Found In
Always check the label for E627 or 'Disodium Guanylate'
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Frequently Asked Questions about Disodium Guanylate
Quick Facts
- E-Number
- E627
- INS Number
- 627
- Category
- Flavor Enhancers
- Origin
- Unknown
- FDA Status
- GRAS
- EFSA Status
- Approved
- ADI
- Not specified
- Dataset Review
Carriers, processing aids and product certification can change suitability. Verify the final label and certifier.