E-code guide
E622Monopotassium Glutamate
HalalFlavor enhancer
E622
Monopotassium Glutamate
Flavor enhancer
MUIS classifies as doubtful; SANHA classifies as halal.
Based on 2 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.
What authorities say
2 authorities on record1says Doubtful1says Halal
Saying Doubtful1 of 2
Saying Halal1 of 2
Why this verdict
E622 is monopotassium glutamate, a flavour enhancer and lower-sodium form of MSG. SANHA classifies E622 as halal. MUIS marks E622 as syubhah, noting it is the potassium salt of glutamic acid (E620). On SANHA’s classification, E622 is halal.
Common questions
Is E622 halal?
Monopotassium Glutamate (E622) is classified halal. MUIS classifies it as doubtful; SANHA classifies it as halal.
What is E622 made from?
Monopotassium Glutamate (E622) is derived from plant sources.
Based on 2 cited authorities. Verdict may be revised as more positions are added.