Verify - Mushbooh

E407

thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers

Carrageenan

Also known as: CarrageenanIrish Moss Extract

Status

Mushbooh (Questionable)

Function

Thickener and gelling agent

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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If Haraam

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About E407

It is a seaweed gum. If ethyl alcohol is used then it is not Halal, if isopropyl alcohol used and taken out completely or potassium chloride or nothing above is used during it processing then it is Halal.

Verification Required

This additive's halal status depends on its source. Check the product label for a halal certification mark, or contact the manufacturer directly.

What is E407 made from?

red seaweed (plant)

Foods that commonly contain E407

Food Category Guide

E407 is common in ice cream — see the full halal guide →

chocolate milk infant formula ice cream yogurt deli meats cottage cheese evaporated milk

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E407 (Carrageenan) halal?

E407 (Carrageenan) is classified as Mushbooh (Questionable). Source-dependent and requires verification. This additive may be derived from either halal (plant/synthetic) or haraam (animal) sources. Always check the product label or contact the manufacturer to verify the source.

What is E407 used for?

E407 is used as a thickener and gelling agent in food products.

What foods contain E407?

E407 (Carrageenan) is commonly found in: chocolate milk, infant formula, ice cream, yogurt, deli meats, cottage cheese, evaporated milk.

What is E407 made from?

E407 can be derived from the following sources: red seaweed (plant).

What are the other names for E407?

E407 may appear on food labels as: Carrageenan, Irish Moss Extract.

thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers — 68 E-codes: 30 Halal, 0 Haraam, 38 Mushbooh

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