Is E1200 halal?
E1200 is generally considered halal.
Automated classification, not a religious ruling. No scholar or certification body has reviewed this assessment — always check the product's own halal certification.
What is E1200?
Polydextrose. Stabiliser, thickening agent, humectant, carrier
Where does E1200 come from?
E1200 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
| Function | Humectant, Stabiliser, Thickener |
|---|---|
| Is E1200 vegetarian? | Suitable for vegetarians |
| Approved in the EU | Yes |
| Food-safety regulator | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food safety only — not a halal authority. |
E1200 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 1200.
EU approval: Yes.
Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
Products containing E1200
Products in our database that list E1200 among their ingredients:
- Bourn Vita 500Gram Pauch — Cadbury (Haram)
- Caramel Chaos — Grenade (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Grenade White Chocolate Cookie Carb Killa Bar — Grenade (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- PEANUT BUTTER PROTEIN BAR — GRENADE (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Fudged Up — GRENADE (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Digestive fibra 23% — Hacendado (Doubtful (mushbooh))
How this verdict was reached
E1200 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
What this is based on
Frequently asked questions
Is E1200 halal?
E1200 is generally considered halal.
Where does E1200 come from?
E1200 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
How does E1200 relate to Codex/INS numbering and regional food-safety rules?
E1200 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 1200. EU approval: Yes. Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
How this verdict was reached
E1200 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
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