Last reviewed May 2026 · 1 min read

Is Calcium Ribonucleotides vegan?

Also known as: E634

E-number: E634

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Source can be plant or animal.

In short

It depends — High risk of containing fish extract due to the inosinate component.

01 · The basics

What is Calcium Ribonucleotides?

A mixture of calcium guanylate and inosinate.

02 · The source

High risk of containing fish extract due to the inosinate component.

Frequently asked

Is E634 vegan?

Verification needed.

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