Is E488 halal?
The halal status of E488 is not clearly established.
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 E488?
Ethoxylated Mono- and Di-Glycerides. Emulsifier
Where does E488 come from?
E488 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
| Is E488 vegetarian? | Vegetarian status unknown |
|---|---|
| Approved in the EU | No |
| Food-safety regulator | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food safety only — not a halal authority. |
E488 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 488.
EU approval: No.
Vegetarian status: Vegetarian status unknown.
How this verdict was reached
We do not hold enough verified information about E488 to classify it. Rather than guess, this page says so.
What this is based on
Frequently asked questions
Is E488 halal?
The halal status of E488 is not clearly established.
Where does E488 come from?
E488 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
How does E488 relate to Codex/INS numbering and regional food-safety rules?
E488 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 488. EU approval: No. Vegetarian status: Vegetarian status unknown.
How this verdict was reached
We do not hold enough verified information about E488 to classify it. Rather than guess, this page says so.
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