Is E321 halal?
E321 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 E321?
Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT). Antioxidant
Where does E321 come from?
E321 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
| Function | Antioxidant |
|---|---|
| Is E321 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. |
E321 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 321.
EU approval: Yes.
Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
Products containing E321
Products in our database that list E321 among their ingredients:
- Oatmeal Squares — Quaker (Halal)
- Yogourt Granola Bar — Nature Valley (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Special K Chocolate Almond — Kellogg's (Halal)
- All Bran Buds — Kellogg's (Halal)
- Shredded Wheat & Bran — Post (Halal)
- great grains raisins, dates & pecans cereal — Post (Halal)
- Trident spearmint slim pack — Trident (Doubtful (mushbooh))
How this verdict was reached
E321 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
What this is based on
Frequently asked questions
Is E321 halal?
E321 is generally considered halal.
Where does E321 come from?
E321 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
How does E321 relate to Codex/INS numbering and regional food-safety rules?
E321 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 321. EU approval: Yes. Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
How this verdict was reached
E321 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
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