E626 — Guanylic Acid
Flavour enhancer - nucleotide that amplifies umami taste
Also known as: GMP · Guanylic Acid · 5'-Guanylic Acid
Verification required
Verify — Mushbooh
Source-dependent and requires verification. This additive may be derived from either halal (plant/synthetic) or haraam (animal) sources. Always check the product label or contact the manufacturer to verify the source.
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Vegan / vegetarian label on pack → plant-based source → safe for this code
HFA / HMC / IFANCA / JAKIM logo → independently certified → safe
Neither? Follow the steps below.
School of Thought Breakdown
Hanafi
Verify source
Maliki
May permit
Shafi'i
Avoid if animal
Hanbali
Avoid if animal
Mushbooh - torula yeast grown on alcohol (USA) is haraam. European production on sugar cane is halal. Seek verification or halal-certified products.
What to do with this product
Follow these steps in order — most products resolve at step 1 or 2
Check for a "suitable for vegans" or "suitable for vegetarians" claim
If present, E626 comes from a plant-based source — safe for this code. Still check all other ingredients too.
Look for a halal certification logo on the pack
An HFA, HMC, IFANCA, JAKIM, or ESMA logo means the source has been independently audited. The E-code is confirmed halal in this product.
Neither? Here's what to do next:
Put it back and look for a certified alternative on the same shelf.
Check for products carrying an HFA, HMC, or IFANCA logo, or labelled "suitable for vegans". Either confirms a safe source.
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About E626
Guanylic acid is nucleotide of RNA. Nucleotides are commercially obtained from torula yeast cells. Torula yeast is grown on alcohol in USA to obtain nucleotide which mostly used in infant baby formula. In Europe if torula yeast grown on sugar cane and sodium inosinate is obtained from it then it is Halal otherwise it is not Halal
Verification Required
This additive's halal status depends on its source. Check the product label for a halal certification mark, or contact the manufacturer directly.
What is E626 made from?
- torula yeast (grown on alcohol or sugar cane)
- fermentation of plant sugars
Foods that commonly contain E626
Food Category Guide
E626 is common in instant noodles — see the full halal guide →
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E626 (Guanylic Acid) halal?
E626 (Guanylic Acid) is classified as Mushbooh (Questionable). Source-dependent and requires verification. This additive may be derived from either halal (plant/synthetic) or haraam (animal) sources. Always check the product label or contact the manufacturer to verify the source.
What is E626 used for?
E626 is used as a flavour enhancer - nucleotide that amplifies umami taste in food products.
What foods contain E626?
E626 (Guanylic Acid) is commonly found in: instant noodles, flavored snacks, processed soups and gravies.
What is E626 made from?
E626 can be derived from the following sources: torula yeast (grown on alcohol or sugar cane), fermentation of plant sugars.
What are the other names for E626?
E626 may appear on food labels as: GMP, Guanylic Acid, 5'-Guanylic Acid.
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