Is E163 halal?
E163 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 E163?
Anthocyanins. Food colouring
Where does E163 come from?
E163 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
| Function | Colour |
|---|---|
| Is E163 vegetarian? | Suitable for vegetarians |
| Approved in the EU | Yes |
| Approved in the US | No |
| Food-safety regulator | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food safety only — not a halal authority. |
E163 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 163.
EU approval: Yes.
US approval: No.
Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
Products containing E163
Products in our database that list E163 among their ingredients:
- Bourn Vita 500Gram Pauch — Cadbury (Haram)
- Veganer Schinkenspicker Schnittlauch — Rügenwalder Mühle (Halal)
- Veganer Schinken-Spicker Mortadella — Rügenwalder Mühle (Halal)
- Skittles — Mars norge (Halal)
- Monster Pacific Punch — Monster Energy (Haram)
- Mega Roulette — Haribo (Haram)
- Monster Energy — Monster Energy (Halal)
- Jelly Tots — Rowntree's (Halal)
- Brain Licker Blue — Brain Licker (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Yogur Proteínas Arándanos 0% — Hacendado (Halal)
How this verdict was reached
E163 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
What this is based on
Frequently asked questions
Is E163 halal?
E163 is generally considered halal.
Where does E163 come from?
E163 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
How does E163 relate to Codex/INS numbering and regional food-safety rules?
E163 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 163. EU approval: Yes. US approval: No. Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
How this verdict was reached
E163 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
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