Is E914 halal?
The halal status of E914 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 E914?
Oxidized polyethylene wax. Glazing agent
Where does E914 come from?
E914 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
| Is E914 vegetarian? | Vegetarian status unknown |
|---|---|
| Approved in the EU | Yes |
| Food-safety regulator | U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food safety only — not a halal authority. |
E914 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 914.
EU approval: Yes.
Vegetarian status: Vegetarian status unknown.
How this verdict was reached
We do not hold enough verified information about E914 to classify it. Rather than guess, this page says so.
What this is based on
Frequently asked questions
Is E914 halal?
The halal status of E914 is not clearly established.
Where does E914 come from?
E914 is obtained from plant, mineral or synthetic sources, so it raises no animal-derivation concern on its own.
How does E914 relate to Codex/INS numbering and regional food-safety rules?
E914 is identified internationally as Codex/INS 914. EU approval: Yes. Vegetarian status: Vegetarian status unknown.
How this verdict was reached
We do not hold enough verified information about E914 to classify it. Rather than guess, this page says so.
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