Reason: Sugar alcohol, synthesized from plant sources.
Uses: sweetener in sugar-free products
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.
stevia
Status: HALAL
Reason: Natural sweetener derived from plants.
Uses: sweetener in beverages, food
citric acid
Status: HALAL
Reason: Common food additive, typically halal.
Uses: acidulant, preservative
malic acid
Status: HALAL
Reason: Common food acid, typically halal.
Uses: acidulant, flavoring agent
natural flavours
Status: HALAL
Reason: Generally accepted as halal if from permitted sources.