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E315

antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents

Erythorbic acid

Also known as: Erythorbic AcidIsoascorbic AcidD-Araboascorbic Acid
Status
Halal
Function
Antioxidant - prevents color loss in cured meats

What should I do with this product?

If Halal

Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.

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If Mushbooh

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About E315

Erythorbic acid is isomeric molecule of ascorbic acid obtained from vegetable based sucrose. 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 E315 made from?

  • fermentation of plant sugars
  • synthetic

Scholarly Notes

Synthetic or plant fermentation - halal. Not the same as vitamin C despite similar name.

Foods that commonly contain E315

Food Category Guide

E315 is common in cured meats — see the full halal guide →

cured meats frozen fish some beverages

Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E315 (Erythorbic acid) halal?

E315 (Erythorbic 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 E315 used for?

E315 is used as a antioxidant - prevents color loss in cured meats in food products.

What foods contain E315?

E315 (Erythorbic acid) is commonly found in: cured meats, frozen fish, some beverages.

What is E315 made from?

E315 can be derived from the following sources: fermentation of plant sugars, synthetic.

What are the other names for E315?

E315 may appear on food labels as: Erythorbic Acid, Isoascorbic Acid, D-Araboascorbic Acid.

antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents — 47 E-codes: 28 Halal, 1 Haraam, 18 Mushbooh

Related E-Codes in antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents

E300
L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
E301
Sodium-L-Ascorbate
E302
Calcium-L-Ascorbate
E304
Ascorbyl Palmitate
E306
Natural Extracts rich in Tocopherols
E307
Synthetic Alpha-Tocopherol
E308
Synthetic Gamma-Tocopherol
E309
Synthetic Delta-Tocopherol
E310
Propyl Gallate
E311
Octyl Gallate
E312
Dodecyl Gallate
E320
Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA)

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