Is Inosinic Acid vegan?

Inosinic Acid

Not Vegan

Inosinic acid (5'-IMP) is a naturally occurring nucleotide found in many foods, produced commercially by fermentation or enzymatic hydrolysis of RNA. It is used as a flavour enhancer, often in combination with guanylic acid and monosodium glutamate.

Also known as 5'-IMP, 5'-Inosinic acid, Disodium inosinate, IMP, Inosine 5'-monophosphate, Inosine monophosphate
E number E630
CAS number 131-99-7
EC number 205-025-6
Last reviewed 15 May 2026

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