Reason: It can be derived from either animal or mineral sources, making its halal status uncertain without specific sourcing information.
Uses: Commonly used as a dietary supplement and a leavening agent in food products.
gelatin
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Gelatin can be derived from halal sources (like fish or halal slaughtered cattle) or haram sources (like pigs). Its status depends on the source of the gelatin.
Uses: Commonly used in food products like jelly, desserts, and gummy candies, as well as in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
citric acid
Status: HALAL
Reason: Commonly used food preservative and flavor enhancer.
Uses: preservative, flavor enhancer
natural flavors
Status: HALAL
Reason: Derived from plant or animal sources, but usually halal.