Is E490 halal?
The halal status of E490 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 E490?
Propane-1,2-diol. Unknown
Where does E490 come from?
E490 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
| Is E490 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. |
E490 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 490.
EU approval: No.
Vegetarian status: Vegetarian status unknown.
Products containing E490
Products in our database that list E490 among their ingredients:
- Esența Vanilie — Dr. Oetker (Halal)
How this verdict was reached
We do not hold enough verified information about E490 to classify it. Rather than guess, this page says so.
What this is based on
Frequently asked questions
Is E490 halal?
The halal status of E490 is not clearly established.
Where does E490 come from?
E490 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
How does E490 relate to Codex/INS numbering and regional food-safety rules?
E490 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 490. EU approval: No. Vegetarian status: Vegetarian status unknown.
How this verdict was reached
We do not hold enough verified information about E490 to classify it. Rather than guess, this page says so.
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