Is E460 halal?
E460 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 E460?
Cellulose (i) Microcrystalline cellulose (ii) Powdered cellulose. Emulsifier
Where does E460 come from?
E460 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
| Function | Carrier, Emulsifier, Humectant, Stabiliser, Thickener |
|---|---|
| Is E460 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. |
E460 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 460.
EU approval: Yes.
Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
Products containing E460
Products in our database that list E460 among their ingredients:
- Nutri-grain fraise — Kellogg's (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Vitamin C — Jamieson (Halal)
- D₃ 1000 IU — Jamieson (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Chocolate Nutrition Shake — fairlife (Halal)
- PAIN CAMPAGNARD AUX GRAINES - Grandes tranches aux graines — Schär (Halal)
- Nata Cocinar — Hacendado (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Edulcorante de Mesa a Base de Ciclamato y Sacarina — Hacendado (Halal)
How this verdict was reached
E460 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
What this is based on
Frequently asked questions
Is E460 halal?
E460 is generally considered halal.
Where does E460 come from?
E460 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
How does E460 relate to Codex/INS numbering and regional food-safety rules?
E460 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 460. EU approval: Yes. Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
How this verdict was reached
E460 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
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