[Synonyms]:
Inosine 5-(dihydrogen phosphate); 5'-inosinic acid; 5'-O-phosphonatoinosine

[Description]

Inosinic acid or inosine monophosphate (IMP) is a nucleoside monophosphate. Inosinic acid is important in metabolism. It is the ribonucleotide of hypoxanthine and the first nucleotide formed during the synthesis of purine. It is formed by the deamination of adenosine monophosphate, and is hydrolysed from inosine. IMP is an intermediate ribonucleoside monophosphate in purine metabolism.
[Usage]
Inosinate can be manufactured into various compounds with the aid of genetically modified organisms: disodium inosinate E 631, dipotassium inosinate E 632, and dicalcium inosinate E 633. These three compounds are used as flavour enhancers with a comparatively high effectiveness. They are mostly used in soups, sauces, and seasonings for the intensification and balance of meat taste.