E236
Preservative - Produced commercially by heating carbon monoxide and sodium hydroxide under pressure and decomposing the resulting sodium formate with sulphuric acidFormic Acid
What should I do with this product?
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
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What is E236 made from?
- synthetic (from CO and NaOH)
- naturally in ant venom
Foods that commonly contain E236
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Commercial food-grade formic acid is always synthetic - halal. Natural ant-venom origin would be haraam (insects) but is not used commercially.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E236 (Formic Acid) halal?
E236 (Formic Acid) 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 E236 used for?
E236 is used as a preservative and flavoring in food products.
What foods contain E236?
E236 (Formic Acid) is commonly found in: some beverages, vinegar production aid.
What is E236 made from?
E236 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic (from CO and NaOH), naturally in ant venom.
What are the other names for E236?
E236 may appear on food labels as: Formic Acid, Methanoic Acid.
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