Reason: Sugar is derived from sugarcane or sugar beets and does not contain any haram ingredients.
Uses: Sugar is used as a sweetener in a variety of food and beverage products.
cocoa butter
Status: HALAL
Reason: Cocoa butter is derived from cocoa beans and does not contain any haram ingredients.
Uses: Cocoa butter is used in food products, cosmetics, and skincare items.
skimmed milk powder
Status: HALAL
Reason: Skimmed milk powder is derived from milk and does not contain any haram ingredients.
Uses: Used in baking, cooking, and as a nutritional supplement.
whey powder (from milk)
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Whey is derived from milk, but its halal status can depend on the source of the rennet used in cheese production and other additives that may not be halal.
Uses: Whey is commonly used as a protein supplement, in food products like cheese, yogurts, and protein powders.
dehydrated milk fat
Status: HALAL
Reason: Milk is a natural product derived from animals that are permissible in Islam, provided they are halal.
Uses: Milk is used for drinking, in cooking, and as an ingredient in various food products such as cheese and yogurt.
emulsifier (soy lecithins)
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Emulsifiers can be derived from both halal and haram sources, thus their status can vary; specificity about the source is needed.
Uses: Emulsifiers are commonly used in food products to help blend ingredients that typically do not mix well, such as oil and water.
flavoring
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: The term 'flavoring' is too vague and can encompass a variety of substances, some of which may be halal and others that may be haram.
Uses: Flavoring agents are used in food and beverage products to enhance taste and aroma.