Reason: Common carbohydrate, typically plant-derived.
gum base
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Unspecified origin; may contain non-halal components.
Uses: base for chewing gum
dextrose
Status: HALAL
Reason: Derived from corn or starch, no animal origin.
Uses: sweetener in candies, beverages
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.
glycerol
Status: HALAL
Reason: Usually derived from plant oils or animal fats, check source.
Uses: humectant, preservative
aspartame
Status: HALAL
Reason: Artificial sweetener (E951), widely used.
Uses: sweetening in beverages, desserts
soy lecithin
Status: HALAL
Reason: Plant-derived emulsifier, commonly used.
Uses: emulsifier in chocolates, baked goods
acesulfame potassium
Status: HALAL
Reason: Acesulfame potassium is a synthetic sweetener that does not contain any ingredients derived from haram sources.
Uses: Used as a sugar substitute in various food and beverage products.
bht
Status: HALAL
Reason: Synthetic antioxidant (E321), commonly used in food preservation.