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Kimuchi-no-moto (Kimchi Seasoning Base)
キムチの素 (Kimuchi-no-moto)
Also known as: Kimuchi-no-moto, Kimchi base, Kimchi seasoning, キムチの素, Momoya Kimchi-no-moto
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | キムチの素 |
| Common Japanese notations | キムチの素, キムチペースト |
| Origin | Korean-influenced kimchi seasoning paste/liquid; principal Japanese brands Momoya (Momoya Kimchi-no-moto — major retail), Kagome, House Foods; Korean-style fermented chili paste foundation adapted for Japanese household use |
| Typical functions | Home kimchi production base, Kimchi-nabe and kimchi-style cooking, Bibimbap and Korean-influenced dishes |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard food labeling. Multiple allergens (sesame, soybean, fish) typical disclosure. |
Kimuchi-no-moto (キムチの素) is the Japanese-style Korean-influenced kimchi seasoning base. Momoya is the established market leader. Used for home kimchi production and Korean-influenced cooking.
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- Bottled kimchi-no-moto retail
Ingredient profile
Kimchi seasoning paste/liquid for home preparation.
OEM applications
Home kimchi.
Kimchi-nabe.
Bibimbap.
For OEM: bottled retail OEM.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. Multiple allergens disclosure typical.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Established Asian-cuisine retail. |
|---|---|
| USA | Established US Korean and Asian-cuisine retail. |
| China | Established trade. |
| Korea | Korean-style imports compete with Korean domestic. |
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- What is Kimuchi-no-moto (Kimchi Seasoning Base)?
- Kimuchi-no-moto (キムチの素) is the Japanese-style Korean-influenced kimchi seasoning base. Momoya is the established market leader. Used for home kimchi production and Korean-influenced cooking.
- What is the regulatory status of Kimuchi-no-moto (Kimchi Seasoning Base) in Japan?
- Standard food labeling. Multiple allergens (sesame, soybean, fish) typical disclosure.
- What products typically use Kimuchi-no-moto (Kimchi Seasoning Base)?
- Bottled kimchi-no-moto retail
- Where does Kimuchi-no-moto (Kimchi Seasoning Base) come from?
- Korean-influenced kimchi seasoning paste/liquid; principal Japanese brands Momoya (Momoya Kimchi-no-moto — major retail), Kagome, House Foods; Korean-style fermented chili paste foundation adapted for Japanese household use
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Kimuchi-no-moto (Kimchi Seasoning Base)?
- JSCI: キムチの素
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References
- 文部科学省 (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Standard Tables of Food Composition — キムチの素
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.