E260
preservativesAcetic Acid
What should I do with this product?
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
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Miscellaneous - acids 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 E260 made from?
- fermentation of plant sugars (most common)
- synthetic (petroleum-derived)
Foods that commonly contain E260
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Synthetic acetic acid is halal. Fermentation-derived from plant starches/sugars is halal. Wine vinegar is debated: Hanafi school permits it; most other scholars require non-alcoholic source.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E260 (Acetic Acid) halal?
E260 (Acetic 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 E260 used for?
E260 is used as a acidity regulator and preservative - gives vinegar its sharp taste in food products.
What foods contain E260?
E260 (Acetic Acid) is commonly found in: vinegar, pickles, chutneys, sauces, bread, mayonnaise.
What is E260 made from?
E260 can be derived from the following sources: fermentation of plant sugars (most common), synthetic (petroleum-derived).
What are the other names for E260?
E260 may appear on food labels as: Acetic Acid, Ethanoic Acid.
preservatives category - 48 E-codes total: 40 Halal, 0 Haraam, 8 Mushbooh.
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