Reason: Gum bases are derived from halal sources or are synthetic.
glycerol
Status: HALAL
Reason: Typically derived from plant oils or fats.
Uses: humectant, sweetener, solvent
mannitol
Status: HALAL
Reason: Sugar alcohol, derived from natural sources.
Uses: sweetener, food additive
natural and artificial flavors
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: The specific sources of the natural and artificial flavors are often not disclosed, making it difficult to determine if they are halal or haram.
Uses: Commonly used in food and beverage products to enhance taste and aroma.
less than 2% of hydrogenated starch hydrolysate
Status: UNKNOWN
aspartame
Status: HALAL
Reason: Synthetic sweetener, no animal origin.
Uses: low-calorie sweetener
acesulfame k
Status: HALAL
Reason: Artificial sweetener, no animal content.
Uses: sweetener in low-calorie products
soy lecithin
Status: HALAL
Reason: Used as an emulsifier.
xylitol
Status: HALAL
Reason: Natural sugar alcohol, derived from plants.
Uses: sweetener in sugar-free products
bht
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Synthetic antioxidant; halal status uncertain.