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Description
Ever wondered what makes your favourite packet of lays chips so tasty? Well, a wide range of crispy and fried chips get their flavors from a food additive commonly known as E631 or Disodium inosinate.
What is E631
Disodium inosinate is one of the commonly used food additives that helps to improve the taste of several foods. Disodium inosinate has been known to lower the amount of salt required in a food. It is for this reason that disodium inosinate is often used in potato chips and other foods that demand salt reduction in light of increasing health issues. Disodium Inosinate appears as a white granular or powder. It is odorless and soluble in water.Â
Is E631 gluten free?
Yes, Disodium inosinate is considered gluten free as it does not contain wheat, rye, barley, or crossbreeds of any of these grains.
Where to look for E631?
It is found in a variety of foods like instant noodles, pizza, cheese, tomato sauces, soups, baked foods like biscuits, potato chips like Pringles, crackers, meat, seafood, poultry, canned food, ice cream, puddings, condiments and seasonings.