Reason: Sugar alcohol derived from maltose, no animal origin.
Uses: sweetener in sugar-free products
humectant: glycerol
Status: HALAL
Reason: Glycerol is usually derived from plant sources or synthetic processes, and is considered halal if not sourced from haram sources.
Uses: Glycerol is commonly used as a humectant in foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals to retain moisture.
flavouring
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Generic term, halal status depends on the source.
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.
acidifier: citric acid
Status: HALAL
Reason: Natural organic acid, no animal origin.
Uses: acidulant in foods, beverages
colours: titanium dioxide
Status: UNKNOWN
carotene
Status: HALAL
Reason: Carotene is a natural pigment found in plants and is not derived from any haram sources.
Uses: Used as a colorant in food products and as a dietary supplement.
brilliant blue fcf
Status: HALAL
Reason: Synthetic dye (E133), widely accepted in food.
Uses: coloring in confections, beverages
sweeteners: aspartame
Status: UNKNOWN
acesulfame-k
Status: HALAL
Reason: Artificial sweetener with no animal origin, safe for consumption.
Uses: sweetener in beverages, food products
emulsifier: sunflower lecithin
Status: HALAL
Reason: Sunflower lecithin is derived from sunflower seeds and does not contain any animal products or alcohol, making it halal.
Uses: Used as an emulsifier in foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.