Reason: These can be derived from both animal and plant sources, making their halal status unclear without specific sourcing information.
Uses: Commonly used as emulsifiers in food products such as baked goods, margarine, and confectionery.
cellulose gum
Status: HALAL
Reason: Cellulose gum is derived from plant materials and does not contain any ingredients that are haram.
Uses: Commonly used as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier in various food products.
sodium stearoyl lactylate
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Possible animal source; ingredient form unknown.
Uses: emulsifier, dough conditioner
xanthan gum
Status: HALAL
Reason: Used as a thickener and stabilizer in foods.
Uses: thickening, stabilizing
modified corn starch
Status: HALAL
Reason: Modified corn starch is derived from corn, which is a permissible source and does not contain any haram components.
Uses: Commonly used as a thickener, stabilizer, or emulsifier in food products.
natural and artificial flavor
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: The source of natural and artificial flavors can vary, and without specific information about the origin, it is unclear whether they contain halal or haram components.
Uses: Commonly used in food and beverage products to enhance flavor.
bht (antioxidant)
Status: UNKNOWN
citric acid (antioxidant)
Status: UNKNOWN
contains: wheat
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Contains wheat, common allergen; halal status depends on processing.
may contain milk
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Possible presence of milk, which could be halal or haram depending on source.