Is E910 halal?
E910 is mushbooh (doubtful): it can be derived from animal or non-halal sources, so its halal status depends on the source used.
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 E910?
Wax esters. Glazing agent
Where does E910 come from?
E910 is animal-derived. Whether it is halal therefore depends on the source animal and how it was slaughtered, which the ingredient list never states — check the product's certification.
| Is E910 vegetarian? | Suitable for vegetarians |
|---|---|
| Approved in the EU | No |
| Food-safety regulator | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food safety only — not a halal authority. |
E910 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 910.
EU approval: No.
Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
How this verdict was reached
E910 is derived from an animal source that the halal rules do not permit.
What this is based on
Frequently asked questions
Is E910 halal?
E910 is mushbooh (doubtful): it can be derived from animal or non-halal sources, so its halal status depends on the source used.
Where does E910 come from?
E910 is animal-derived. Whether it is halal therefore depends on the source animal and how it was slaughtered, which the ingredient list never states — check the product's certification.
How does E910 relate to Codex/INS numbering and regional food-safety rules?
E910 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 910. EU approval: No. Vegetarian status: Suitable for vegetarians.
How this verdict was reached
E910 is derived from an animal source that the halal rules do not permit.
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