Reason: Derived from plant or animal sources, but usually halal.
Uses: flavoring
coloring (from carrot, blueberry and chokeberry juices)
Status: UNKNOWN
pectin
Status: HALAL
Reason: Plant-derived gelling agent.
Uses: gelling in jams, jellies
glucose syrup
Status: HALAL
Reason: Typically derived from corn or sugar.
sugar
Status: HALAL
Reason: Universal food ingredient, halal.
water
Status: HALAL
Reason: Essential element, always halal.
gelatin
Status: MASHBOOH
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.
lactic acid
Status: HALAL
Reason: Commonly used as a preservative and acidity regulator.