Is Monopotassium Glutamate (E622) Halal?

E622 is the potassium salt of glutamic acid and is produced the same way as MSG (E621), by fermenting plant sugars. MUIS lists it as doubtful for the same reason: the E-number alone does not tell you what the manufacturer used in the fermentation medium and processing. It is mostly found in reduced-sodium products as an MSG substitute. Look for a halal certification logo on the finished product.

Monopotassium glutamate is the potassium salt of glutamic acid, used as a flavour enhancer. It is often used in low-sodium products as an alternative to MSG.

• low-sodium savoury foods
• soup bases
• seasonings

• Look for a recognised halal certification logo (MUIS, JAKIM, MUI, HMC or similar) on the packaging — certified products have had the source of this additive verified.
• Check whether the label states the origin, for example 'vegetable origin', 'plant-based' or 'soy'.
• If there is no certification and the origin is not stated, contact the manufacturer or choose a product with a halal alternative.

MSG (E621), calcium glutamate (E623), yeast extract

E622 (Monopotassium Glutamate) is doubtful for Muslims according to the MUIS food additive listing. Monopotassium glutamate is the potassium salt of glutamic acid, used as a flavour enhancer.

Monopotassium glutamate is the potassium salt of glutamic acid, used as a flavour enhancer. It is often used in low-sodium products as an alternative to MSG.

E622 is commonly found in low-sodium savoury foods, soup bases, and seasonings.