Is E504 halal?
E504 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 E504?
Magnesium carbonates (i) Magnesium carbonate (ii) Magnesium bicarbonate Magnesium hydrogen carbonate. Acidity regulator, anti-caking agent
Where does E504 come from?
E504 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
| Function | Carrier |
|---|---|
| Is E504 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. |
E504 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 504.
EU approval: Yes.
Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
Products containing E504
Products in our database that list E504 among their ingredients:
- Prince petit dej — Lu (Doubtful (mushbooh))
- Sel de Mer Fin Iodé — La Baleine (Halal)
- sel — baleine (Halal)
- 25 cl Red Bull - Energy Drink — Red Bull, حلال (Halal)
- Red Bull Energydrink Classic — Red Bull (Halal)
- Red Bull Sugarfree — RED BULL (Halal)
- Energy Drink — Red Bull (Halal)
How this verdict was reached
E504 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
What this is based on
Frequently asked questions
Is E504 halal?
E504 is generally considered halal.
Where does E504 come from?
E504 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
How does E504 relate to Codex/INS numbering and regional food-safety rules?
E504 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 504. EU approval: Yes. Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
How this verdict was reached
E504 is made from plant or mineral raw materials, with no animal input.
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