Yes - Halal

E330

antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents

Citric Acid

Also known as: Citric Acid

Status

Halal

Function

Acidity regulator, preservative and flavoring - universally sour taste

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

Don't assume. Ask the brand for halal certification or source info.

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If Haraam

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About E330

Miscellaneous - citric acid and its salts 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 E330 made from?

fermentation of sugars by Aspergillus niger mould (plant-based)

Scholarly Notes

Halal - very widely used and one of the safest E-codes for Muslims. The fermentation substrate is plant sugars.

Foods that commonly contain E330

Food Category Guide

E330 is common in soft drinks — see the full halal guide →

soft drinks sweets biscuits jam ice cream canned fruits cheese

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E330 (Citric Acid) halal?

E330 (Citric 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 E330 used for?

E330 is used as a acidity regulator, preservative and flavoring - universally sour taste in food products.

What foods contain E330?

E330 (Citric Acid) is commonly found in: soft drinks, sweets, biscuits, jam, ice cream, canned fruits, cheese.

What is E330 made from?

E330 can be derived from the following sources: fermentation of sugars by Aspergillus niger mould (plant-based).

What are the other names for E330?

E330 may appear on food labels as: Citric 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)

Natural Extracts rich in Tocopherols

E307

Synthetic Alpha-Tocopherol

E308

Synthetic Gamma-Tocopherol

E309

Synthetic Delta-Tocopherol

Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA)

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