Verify - Mushbooh

E476

thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers

Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate

Also known as: PGPRPolyglycerol Polyricinoleate

Status

Mushbooh (Questionable)

Function

Emulsifier - reduces viscosity of chocolate, replaces some cocoa butter

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

Avoid this code. Check halal alternatives or scan a substitute product.

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About E476

Emulsifiers and stabilizers - salts or esters of fatty acids. Suitable for vegetarian label indicates that only vegetable fat is used as a source.. Halal if it is 100% from plant fat. Haraam if it is from pork fat

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 E476 made from?

glycerol (plant or animal) + castor oil (plant)

Found in products

Cadbury Roses Cadbury Heroes Nestlé Milkybar (some lines) Galaxy chocolate bars Some Ferrero products

⚠️ Product formulations change. Always verify by checking the current ingredient list on the packaging.

Scholarly Notes

Mushbooh - the ricinoleate (castor oil) is plant-derived (halal) but the glycerol source must be verified. Major chocolate companies typically use plant glycerol.

Possible Impurities

Beyond the declared ingredient, these processing factors may also affect halal status:

• Animal-derived glycerol — the polyglycerol component can be manufactured from glycerol obtained from animal fat rendering; without halal certification the source is unverifiable from the label.
• Castor oil processing residues — though castor oil itself is halal, industrial processing may involve cross-contact with other oleochemicals at shared facilities.

Foods that commonly contain E476

Food Category Guide

E476 is common in chocolate — see the full halal guide →

chocolate chocolate-flavored coatings spreads

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

Halal Alternatives

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is E476 (Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate) halal?

E476 (Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate) 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.