Is E440 halal?
E440 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 E440?
Pectins (i) pectin (ii) amidated pectin. Emulsifier
Where does E440 come from?
E440 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
| Function | Emulsifier, Stabiliser, Thickener |
|---|---|
| Is E440 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. |
E440 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 440.
EU approval: Yes.
Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
Products containing E440
Products in our database that list E440 among their ingredients:
- Kefir — Lifeway (Halal)
- Activia. Fraise — Danone (Halal)
- Hippo Fraise — Danone (Halal)
- FIG BAR Raspberry — NATURE'S BAKERY (Halal)
- Fig Bar Blueberry — Nature's Bakery (Halal)
- Activia — Activia, Danone (Haram)
- Açaí & blueberry flavours — BROOKSIDE (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Red Raspberry Spread — St. Dalfour (Halal)
- Greek Yogurt Strawberry — Chobani (Halal)
- Doce Extra Fresa Morango — Maribel (Halal)
- Raspberry conserve — Maribel (Halal)
- Bolachas Recheadas Framboesa — Cudey (Doubtful (mushbooh))
How this verdict was reached
E440 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
What this is based on
Frequently asked questions
Is E440 halal?
E440 is generally considered halal.
Where does E440 come from?
E440 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
How does E440 relate to Codex/INS numbering and regional food-safety rules?
E440 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 440. EU approval: Yes. Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
How this verdict was reached
E440 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
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