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A flavor-enhancing amino acid, typically produced by fermentation; halal.

Why?

Glutamic acid is the amino acid used to produce MSG (monosodium glutamate) and is itself used as a flavor enhancer. It is commonly produced by fermenting plant-based sugars (e.g. from corn or sugar beets) with bacteria, and is considered halal.

References

• General consensus of major halal certification bodies (e.g. IFANCA, JAKIM, HFA)

Last reviewed: 2026-09-08

This is informational guidance only, not a certified halal determination. Always consult an official halal certification body for certainty.