E150A
food colorsCaramel Color/with chemicals
What should I do with this product?
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
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Scan a substitute product →About E150A
Generally accepted as halal. This additive is typically derived from plant or synthetic sources and does not contain any prohibited ingredients according to Islamic dietary laws.
What is E150A made from?
- heated sugar (plant)
Foods that commonly contain E150A
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Plain caramel (E150a) is produced by heating sugar without chemicals - halal. Some caramel colors (E150b-d) use chemical agents; E150b uses ammonium compounds and is generally halal; E150c/d also generally halal but verify.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E150A (Caramel Color/with chemicals) halal?
E150A (Caramel Color/with chemicals) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. This additive is typically derived from plant or synthetic sources and does not contain any prohibited ingredients according to Islamic dietary laws.
What is E150A used for?
E150A is used as a brown food coloring in food products.
What foods contain E150A?
E150A (Caramel Color/with chemicals) is commonly found in: cola drinks, beer, whisky, sauces, bread.
What is E150A made from?
E150A can be derived from the following sources: heated sugar (plant).
What are the other names for E150A?
E150A may appear on food labels as: Plain Caramel, Caramel Color I.
food colors category - 51 E-codes total: 20 Halal, 2 Haraam, 29 Mushbooh.
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