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As a food additive, Dipotassium guanylate is used as a flavor enhancer and has the E number E628.
Dipotassium guanylate is used in the quantities on the recipes in all types of food, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Dipotassium guanylate provides umami/meaty flavor; often used with MSG or IMP.
CAS Number: 3254-39-5
EC Number: 221-849-5
IUPAC name: Dipotassium 5′-guanylate (dipotassium guanosine‑5′‑monophosphate)
E number: E628 (flavour enhancer)
Molecular formula: K₂C₁₀H₁₂N₅O₈P
Molecular weight: ~439.40 g/mol
SYNONYMS:
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Dipotassium guanylate (E 628) is a flavor enhancer used in various food products.
Dipotassium guanylate's a potassium salt of guanylic acid, a naturally occurring nucleotide found in foods like mushrooms and dried fish.
Dipotassium guanylate is often used in conjunction with disodium inosinate (E 631) and monosodium glutamate (MSG, E 621), creating a synergistic effect known as the 'umami' flavor, a savory, meaty taste.
While chemically synthesized for food use, Dipotassium guanylate mirrors the natural compound.
Natural occurrence of Dipotassium guanylate: Present in fish, mushroom, yeast extracts; sometimes labeled as “natural flavors.”
Dipotassium guanylate is a compound with formula K2(C10H12O4N5PO4).
Dipotassium guanylate is a potassium salt of guanylic acid.
Dipotassium guanylate is a food additive with flavor enhancing role.
Dipotassium guanylate is the potassium salt of guanylic acid, a natural acid, component of ribonucleic acid.
For industrial use, Dipotassium guanylate is obtained from yeast or from sardines, having plant or animal origin.
Guanylates do not give the “umami” taste specific to glutamates, but have the ability to enhance a lot of natural flavors and tastes, thus allowing the required amount of salt to be reduced.
Dipotassium guanylate is a compound with formula K2-C10H12O4N5PO4-.
Dipotassium guanylate is a potassium salt of guanylic acid.
As a food additive, Dipotassium guanylate is used as a flavor enhancer and has the E number E628.
Dipotassium Guanylate is the potassium salt of guanylic acid E626.
Guanylic acid is a natural acid, which is part of RNA, one of the genetic carrier molecules in the cell.
Dipotassium guanylate is thus part of all cells in all living organisms.
Dipotassium guanylate is commercially prepared from yeast extract or sardines.
Guanylates are generally produced from yeasts, but partly also from fish.
They may thus not be suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
USES and APPLICATIONS of DIPOTASSIUM GUANYLATE:
Dipotassium guanylate is employed in a wide range of processed foods to enhance their savory flavor profile.
Dipotassium guanylate's used is regulated to ensure consumer safety and prevent excessive intake.
Industrial Applications of Dipotassium Guanylate: Beyond food, dipotassium guanylate has limited industrial applications.
Dipotassium guanylate's primary use remains within the food industry.
However, there's potential for Dipotassium guanylate's use in research related to nucleotide chemistry and flavor perception studies.
Further research may explore Dipotassium guanylate's application in other areas, such as pharmaceuticals or cosmetics, but currently, such uses are not widespread.
As a food additive, Dipotassium guanylate is used as a flavor enhancer and has the E number E628.
Dipotassium guanylate is used in the quantities on the recipes in all types of food, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Food additive & flavor enhancer: Dipotassium guanylate provides umami/meaty flavor; often used with MSG or IMP.
Applications of Dipotassium guanylate: Instant soups, snacks, seasoning mixes, sauces, processed meats, canned foods, low-sodium products.
Dipotassium Guanylate is found in instant noodles, potato chips and snacks, savory rice, tinned vegetables, cured meats, packet soup.
-Common applications of Dipotassium guanylate include:
*Savory Snacks: Chips, crackers, and pretzels
*Instant Noodles & Soups: Adds depth of flavor
*Processed Meats: Sausages, ham, and bacon
*Sauces & Condiments: Soy sauce, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce
*Ready Meals: Frozen dinners and canned goods
