Disodium inosinate

Disodium 5'-inosinate (a 5'-ribonucleotide).

Flavor enhancer in crisps, instant noodles, and savory seasonings (often with E 621 and E 627).

Purine metabolism to uric acid. Synergistic umami effect with glutamates.

Purine consideration for gout patients. Otherwise safe at typical levels.

Permitted in EU Annex II.

Disodium inosinate is a permitted food additive in the U.S. under 21 CFR 172.535 as a flavor enhancer. It is commonly used with MSG and disodium guanylate in savory snacks and seasonings. Like E 627, it is metabolized to purines and is permitted with specified food uses.

Category-specific limits in Annex II Part E.

Not allocated.