E550
salts and related compoundsSodium Silicate
What should I do with this product?
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
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Scan a substitute product →About E550
A anticaking agent. 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 E550 made from?
- mineral (sand + sodium carbonate)
Foods that commonly contain E550
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Mineral - halal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E550 (Sodium Silicate) halal?
E550 (Sodium Silicate) 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 E550 used for?
E550 is used as a anti-caking agent in food products.
What foods contain E550?
E550 (Sodium Silicate) is commonly found in: table salt, some egg preservation.
What is E550 made from?
E550 can be derived from the following sources: mineral (sand + sodium carbonate).
What are the other names for E550?
E550 may appear on food labels as: Sodium Silicate, Water Glass.
salts and related compounds category - 52 E-codes total: 47 Halal, 0 Haraam, 5 Mushbooh.
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