Reason: Vague term; depends on source of flavoring.
citric acid
Status: HALAL
Reason: Common food additive derived from citrus fruits.
E-Code: E330
Uses: preservative, flavoring agent
malic acid
Status: HALAL
Reason: Malic acid is a naturally occurring organic acid found in fruits.
E-Code: E296
gelatine
Status: HALAL
Reason: Common gelling agent, typically halal.
Uses: gelling agent
colours
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: The term 'colours' is too vague and could refer to various substances, some of which may be derived from haram sources or may contain alcohol. Without specific details, it cannot be categorized clearly.
Uses: Used in food and cosmetic products for coloring purposes.
e471 mono- and diglycerides
Status: HALAL
Reason: Emulsifiers derived from vegetable fats.
E-Code: E471
Uses: emulsifier in baked goods, margarine
e422 glycerol
Status: HALAL
Reason: Used as a humectant and sweetener. Generally Halal.
E-Code: E422
Uses: humectant in foods, cosmetics
carmine
Status: HARAM
Reason: Derived from insects (cochineal), not halal.