Yes - Halal

E954

surface coating agents, gases, sweeteners

Saccharin and its Calcium and Sodium Salts

Also known as: SaccharinSweet'N LowSodium Saccharin
Status
Halal
Function
Artificial sweetener - oldest artificial sweetener, 300–400x sweeter than sugar

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 E954

A synthetic sweetener. 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 E954 made from?

  • synthetic (from petroleum-derived toluene)

Scholarly Notes

Synthetic - halal.

Foods that commonly contain E954

Food Category Guide

E954 is common in toothpaste — see the full halal guide →

diet drinks sugar-free products tabletop sweeteners toothpaste

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is E954 (Saccharin and its Calcium and Sodium Salts) halal?

E954 (Saccharin and its Calcium and Sodium Salts) 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 E954 used for?

E954 is used as a artificial sweetener - oldest artificial sweetener, 300–400x sweeter than sugar in food products.

What foods contain E954?

E954 (Saccharin and its Calcium and Sodium Salts) is commonly found in: diet drinks, sugar-free products, tabletop sweeteners, toothpaste.

What is E954 made from?

E954 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic (from petroleum-derived toluene).

What are the other names for E954?

E954 may appear on food labels as: Saccharin, Sweet'N Low, Sodium Saccharin.

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