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Answer: Yes — you can buy Monosodium Glutamate-free food in the US. Below are 24 independently-scanned picks with Safe ratings from BannedPantry's scanner. None contain Monosodium Glutamate, MSG, E621, or related compounds.
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MSG enhances umami flavor — the savory, brothy, meaty taste — in processed foods, soups, snacks, seasonings, and restaurant cooking. It allows manufacturers to use less meat, less sodium, and less overall seasoning while achieving the same perceived flavor intensity. It is particularly prevalent in Asian cuisine and processed snack foods.
No. Every score is independent and citation-backed.