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.
contains 2% or less of: adipic acid (for tartness)
Status: UNKNOWN
sodium citrate (controls acidity)
Status: UNKNOWN
fumaric acid (for tartness)
Status: HALAL
Reason: Fumaric acid is a naturally occurring organic acid that is used as a food additive and does not derive from haram sources.
Uses: Commonly used as an acidity regulator and food preservative in various food products.
salt
Status: HALAL
Reason: Common seasoning, halal status confirmed.
Uses: seasoning
maltodextrin
Status: HALAL
Reason: Commonly derived from starch; generally halal.
Uses: thickener, stabilizer, filler
red 40
Status: HALAL
Reason: Common synthetic food coloring agent.
natural and artificial flavoring
Status: HALAL
Reason: Flavor compounds, no specific animal origin identified.
Uses: flavoring in various foods
modified cornstarch
Status: HALAL
Reason: Derived from corn, no animal origin.
Uses: thickening, stabilizing agents
benzyl alcohol
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Used in food and cosmetics but may have varying sources.