Reason: Glucose is a simple sugar derived from plants and does not contain any prohibited substances.
Uses: Commonly used as a sweetener in food and beverages.
sugar
Status: HALAL
Reason: Sugar is a natural sweetener and derived from plants like sugarcane or sugar beets, which are considered halal.
Uses: Used in cooking and baking to sweeten a variety of foods and beverages.
water
Status: HALAL
Reason: Water is a natural substance without any impurities or prohibited components.
Uses: Used for drinking, cooking, cleaning, and various other purposes.
gelling agent (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.
Reason: Sodium is a mineral and does not derive from animal sources or involve any prohibited substances.
Uses: Commonly used in food preservation, seasoning, and as a dietary supplement.
concentrated apple juice*
Status: HALAL
Reason: Concentrated apple juice is derived from apples and does not contain any non-halal ingredients.
Uses: Used as a sweetener or flavoring in beverages, desserts, and various food products.
flavouring substances
Status: MASHBOOH
Reason: The term 'flavouring' is vague and can refer to substances that may be halal, haram, or derived from questionable sources.
Uses: Used to enhance the taste of food and beverages.
colouring substance (tartrazine). *contains 5.1% apple juice. contains edible gelatin from bovine and sulphur dioxide.
Status: HARAM
Reason: Contains Edible Gelatin from Bovine, which is generally not considered halal unless sourced from halal-certified animals and processed according to halal standards.
Uses: Primarily used as a coloring agent in food and beverages.