E217
preservativesPropyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt
What should I do with this product?
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
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Chemical preservative. Halal, if used as 100% dry powder or granular. Haraam if alcohol is used as a solvent
What is E217 made from?
- synthetic
Foods that commonly contain E217
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Synthetic chemical - halal if no alcohol solvent used. Also banned from EU food use since 2006.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E217 (Propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt) halal?
E217 (Propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt) 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 E217 used for?
E217 is used as a preservative - sodium salt of propylparaben in food products.
What foods contain E217?
E217 (Propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt) is commonly found in: sauces, pickles.
What is E217 made from?
E217 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic.
What are the other names for E217?
E217 may appear on food labels as: Sodium Propyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Propylparaben.
preservatives category - 48 E-codes total: 40 Halal, 0 Haraam, 8 Mushbooh.
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