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: Common food additive, typically halal.
Uses: preservative, flavoring
pectin
Status: HALAL
Reason: Plant-derived gelling agent.
Uses: gelling in jams, jellies
trisodium citrate
Status: HALAL
Reason: Salt of citric acid, used as a regulator.
Uses: acidity regulator, emulsifying
natural and artificial flavors
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Source of flavors needs specification.
colors (spirulina extract, fruit and vegetable juice)