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Msg by Aji-No-Moto provides 0 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Groceries category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/4 tsp (1 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 0 kcal | 0 kcal | 194 −100% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 12.8 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.4 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 16.1 −100% |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 9.8 −100% | |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.8 −100% |
| Salt | 31.3 g | 0.3 g | 5.9 +433% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from October 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
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Ingredients
Monosodium glutamate
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1/4 tsp (1 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0071757010031
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Msg?
Msg contains 0 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Msg?
Msg has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Msg healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Msg vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 30, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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