Glutamic Acid

Flavor enhancer

MUIS classifies as doubtful; SANHA classifies as halal.

Based on 2 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

2 authorities on record

1says Doubtful1says Halal

Saying Doubtful1 of 2

MUIS

MUIS Food Additive Listing (2016): Commercially prepared by the fermentation of carbohydrate by a bacterium e.g. Micrococcus glutamicus.

Saying Halal1 of 2

SANHA

Status: Halaal

Why this verdict

E620 is glutamic acid, a flavour enhancer and amino acid used in savoury foods, seasonings, and soups. SANHA classifies E620 as halal. MUIS marks E620 as syubhah, noting it is prepared by the fermentation of carbohydrate by a bacterium such as Micrococcus glutamicus. On SANHA’s classification, E620 is halal.

Common questions

Is E620 halal?

Glutamic Acid (E620) is classified halal. MUIS classifies it as doubtful; SANHA classifies it as halal.

What is E620 made from?

Glutamic Acid (E620) is derived from plant sources.

Based on 2 cited authorities. Verdict may be revised as more positions are added.