E635: Disodium 5'-Ribonucleotides (I+G Blend) vs. E950: Acesulfame Potassium (Ace-K / 200x Sweetener)
Comparing 2 standards across 11 specifications. 11 key differences identified.
E635 (I+G) is a standardized 50/50 co-crystallized blend of disodium inosinate (E631) and disodium guanylate (E627). INS 635, ADI is Not Specified, serving as the commercial standard umami booster in global food manufacturing.
E950 (Acesulfame K / Ace-K) is a calorie-free, heat-stable synthetic potassium salt sweetener approximately 200 times sweeter than sucrose. INS 950, ADI is 9 mg/kg bw/day, famous for blending with sucralose and aspartame to produce sugar-identical taste curves.
Specification Comparison Table
11 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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E-Number Code
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E635 | E950 |
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INS / Codex Number
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INS 635 | INS 950 |
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Functional Class
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Flavor Enhancer (Standard 50/50 IMP + GMP Umami Blend) | Non-Nutritive High-Intensity Sweetener |
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Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI)
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Not Specified (Quantum Satis) | 9 mg / kg body weight per day |
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Primary Mechanism
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Maximum simultaneous allosteric sensitization of oral T1R1+T1R3 umami receptor sites | High-affinity agonist for T1R2 + T1R3 sweet taste receptor dimer |
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Common Target Foods
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Flavored potato chips, instant noodles, dry soup mixes, processed meats, barbecue sauces | Diet sodas (Coke Zero), sugar-free energy drinks, baked goods, sugar-free chewing gum |
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Dietary Compliance
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Vegan (Bacterial sugar fermentation), Halal, Kosher | 100% Vegan, Halal, Kosher, Diabetic Safe, Dental Safe (Non-cariogenic) |
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Safety Approval
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EFSA Authorized / FDA GRAS | EFSA Authorized / FDA Approved (21 CFR 172.800) |
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Composition
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50% Disodium Inosinate (E631) + 50% Disodium Guanylate (E627) | — |
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Relative Sweetness Index
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— | 200x Sucrose |
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Caloric Value
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— | 0.0 kcal / g (Excreted unchanged by kidneys) kcal/g |