Is E129 halal?
E129 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 E129?
Allura Red AC (FD&C Red 40). Food colouring (red)
Where does E129 come from?
E129 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
| Function | Colour |
|---|---|
| Is E129 vegetarian? | Suitable for vegetarians |
| Approved in the EU | Yes |
| Approved in the US | Yes |
| Food-safety regulator | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food safety only — not a halal authority. |
E129 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 129.
EU approval: Yes.
US approval: Yes.
Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
Products containing E129
Products in our database that list E129 among their ingredients:
- Lucky Charms — Lucky Charms (Haram)
- Nacho Cheese — Doritos (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Zesty Cheese Tortilla Chips — Doritos (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Nerds Candy - Rainbow — Nerds, Nestlé (Halal)
- Mogu lychee — Sappe Public Company Limited (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Doritos Cool Ranch flavored — Doritos (Halal)
- Nacho Cheese Flavored Doritos — Doritos, Build Bold Doritos Nacho Cheese (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Mogu mogu — Mogu mogu (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- MOGU MOGU Peach flavored Drink with Nata de coco — MOGU MOGU (Doubtful (mushbooh))
How this verdict was reached
E129 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
What this is based on
Frequently asked questions
Is E129 halal?
E129 is generally considered halal.
Where does E129 come from?
E129 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
How does E129 relate to Codex/INS numbering and regional food-safety rules?
E129 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 129. EU approval: Yes. US approval: Yes. Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
How this verdict was reached
E129 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
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