Reason: The source of natural and artificial flavors can vary, and without specific information about the origin, it is unclear whether they contain halal or haram components.
Uses: Commonly used in food and beverage products to enhance flavor.
malic acid
Status: HALAL
Reason: Natural acid found in fruits, commonly used.
Uses: acidity regulator, flavoring agent
sodium citrate
Status: HALAL
Reason: Salt of citric acid, widely used in food.
Uses: preservative, acidity regulator
salt
Status: HALAL
Reason: Commonly used, permissible seasoning.
Uses: seasoning
maltodextrin
Status: HALAL
Reason: Derived from starch, used as a thickener and sweetener.
Uses: thickener, sweetener
ascorbic acid
Status: HALAL
Reason: Vitamin, commonly used as a preservative and antioxidant.
Uses: antioxidant, preservative
guar gum
Status: HALAL
Reason: Plant-based thickener derived from guar beans.
Uses: thickening agent in foods
artificial color
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Depends on source; may be plant or synthetic.
glyceryl monostearate manufactured on equipment that processes milk and tree nuts.