E621 — Monosodium Glutamate

Used as: Flavour enhancer

Why is it used?

Used to strengthen savoury flavour in foods.

EU status

Authorised in the EU with restricted maximum levels

How it appears on a label

• “E621”
• “Monosodium Glutamate”
• “monosodium glutamate”
• “msg”
• “flavour enhancer msg”

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