Food & Science Guide

Halal Checker

E100 - Curcumin

Natural Yellow color from Turmeric.

halal

E120 - Carmine / Cochineal

Derived from insects (Cochineal beetle).

haram

E441 - Gelatine

Source varies (Cow, Pig, Fish). Verify Halal certificate.

mushbooh

E471 - Mono- and diglycerides

Can be animal or plant-based. Needs verification.

mushbooh

E901 - Beeswax

Produced by honey bees.

halal

E904 - Shellac

Resin from the lac bug (Traditional view).

halal

E110 - Sunset Yellow FCF

Synthetic origin.

halal

E150a - Caramel I

Cane sugar derived.

halal

E211 - Sodium benzoate

Preservative, synthetic.

halal

E621 - Monosodium glutamate

Naturally derived or synthesized.

halal

Disclaimer: This is a general reference guide. Ingredients and extraction methods may vary by region. Always verify with local Halal certification bodies for specific consumer products.