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 derived from citrus fruits.
Uses: preservative, flavoring agent
modified food starch
Status: HALAL
Reason: Common thickening agent, Halal.
malic acid
Status: HALAL
Reason: Malic acid is a naturally occurring organic acid found in fruits.
pectin
Status: HALAL
Reason: Derived from fruits, commonly used in halal food.
Uses: gelling, thickening
sodium citrate
Status: HALAL
Reason: Salt of citric acid, widely used in food.
Uses: preservative, acidity regulator
natural flavors
Status: HALAL
Reason: Derived from plant or animal sources, but usually halal.
Uses: flavoring
artificial flavors
Status: HALAL
Reason: Synthetic flavor compounds, no animal origin.
Uses: flavoring in candies, beverages
gum arabic
Status: HALAL
Reason: Plant-derived ingredient, used for emulsifying.
Uses: stabilizer in food products
carnauba wax
Status: HALAL
Reason: Plant-derived wax used as a glazing agent, generally halal.
red 40
Status: HALAL
Reason: Common synthetic food coloring agent.
red 40 lake
Status: HALAL
Reason: Synthetic dye derived from petroleum products.