Reason: Varied sources; specificity needed for classification.
Uses: chewing gum production
dextrose
Status: HALAL
Reason: Simple sugar derived from corn or starch.
Uses: sweetener, energy source
corn syrup
Status: HALAL
Reason: Sweet syrup derived from corn, no animal origin.
Uses: sweetener in food products
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: glycerol
Status: UNKNOWN
aspartame
Status: HALAL
Reason: Synthetic sweetener, no animal origin.
Uses: low-calorie sweetener
gum arabic
Status: HALAL
Reason: Plant-derived ingredient, used for emulsifying.