E634
flavor enhancersCalcium5-Ribonucleotide
What should I do with this product?
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
See which foods use it →Avoid this code. Check halal alternatives or scan a substitute product.
Scan a substitute product →About E634
Calcium5-ribonucleotide is a nucleotide commercially obtained from torula yeast cells. Torula yeast is grown on alcohol in USA to obtain nucleotide which is mostly used in infant baby formula. In Europe if torula yeast grown on sugar cane and calcium5-ribonucleotide 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 E634 made from?
- same mixed sources as E635
Foods that commonly contain E634
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Mushbooh - combines all concerns of E626, E627, E631. Seek halal certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E634 (Calcium5-Ribonucleotide) halal?
E634 (Calcium5-Ribonucleotide) 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 E634 used for?
E634 is used as a flavour enhancer - combines inosinate + guanylate in food products.
What foods contain E634?
E634 (Calcium5-Ribonucleotide) is commonly found in: seasoning mixes, crisps, processed foods.
What is E634 made from?
E634 can be derived from the following sources: same mixed sources as E635.
What are the other names for E634?
E634 may appear on food labels as: Calcium 5'-Ribonucleotide, Calcium Ribonucleotide.
flavor enhancers category - 20 E-codes total: 3 Halal, 0 Haraam, 17 Mushbooh.
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