E1520
solventPropylene Glycol
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 E1520
A petroleum based Halal humectant used as a solvent in food flavors.
What is E1520 made from?
- synthetic (from propylene oxide, petroleum-derived)
Foods that commonly contain E1520
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Synthetic - halal. Not intoxicating. Permitted by all major halal certification bodies as a synthetic solvent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E1520 (Propylene Glycol) halal?
E1520 (Propylene Glycol) 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 E1520 used for?
E1520 is used as a solvent for flavours, colors and antioxidants in food products.
What foods contain E1520?
E1520 (Propylene Glycol) is commonly found in: cake mixes, salad dressings, some confectionery, flavour extracts, cosmetics.
What is E1520 made from?
E1520 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic (from propylene oxide, petroleum-derived).
What are the other names for E1520?
E1520 may appear on food labels as: Propylene Glycol, 1,2-Propanediol, PG.
solvent category - 2 E-codes total: 2 Halal, 0 Haraam, 0 Mushbooh.
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