Reason: Sodium is a mineral and its status depends on the specific form or compound it is found in.
emulsifier (mono - and di-glycerides of fatty acids)
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Emulsifiers can be derived from both halal and haram sources, and without specific information on the source, it cannot be definitively categorized.
dextrose
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: The input is not a valid ingredient name.
_wheat_ gluten
Status: HALAL
Reason: Gluten is a protein found in wheat and other grains, and is permissible in a halal diet.
salt
Status: HALAL
Reason: Salt is a mineral and does not contain any prohibited ingredients.
food acid (fumaric acid)
Status: HALAL
Reason: Fumaric acid is a naturally occurring organic acid that is generally recognized as safe and does not have any animal-derived components.
preservative (potassium sorbate)
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: Potassium is a mineral that can be found in various forms, but without specific context about its source or processing, its halal status cannot be determined.
vegetable gum (xanthan gum)
Status: HALAL
Reason: Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide used as a food additive, typically derived from fermented sugars and is generally considered halal.