Yes - Halal

E960

surface coating agents, gases, sweeteners

Steviol Glycosides

Also known as: Reb-ASteviaTruviaPure ViaSteviosideRebaudioside ASteviol Glycosides

Status

Halal

Function

Natural sweetener - 200–400x sweeter than sugar, zero calories

Is E960 (Steviol Glycosides) halal?

E960 (Steviol Glycosides / Stevia) is Halal. It is extracted from the leaves of the stevia plant and contains no animal-derived ingredients.

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 E960

A natural sweetener extracted from stevia plant leaves, 200-400x sweeter than sugar. Plant-derived, no animal ingredients. 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 E960 made from?

leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant (South America - plant)

Scholarly Notes

Plant-derived - halal. Extracted from stevia leaves. No animal ingredients.

Foods that commonly contain E960

Food Category Guide

E960 is common in breakfast cereals — see the full halal guide →

diet sodas sugar-free yogurts breakfast cereals energy drinks tabletop sweeteners confectionery

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E960 (Steviol Glycosides) halal?

E960 (Steviol Glycosides / Stevia) is Halal. It is extracted from the leaves of the stevia plant and contains no animal-derived ingredients.

What is E960 used for?

E960 is used as a natural sweetener - 200–400x sweeter than sugar, zero calories in food products.

What foods contain E960?

E960 (Steviol Glycosides) is commonly found in: diet sodas, sugar-free yogurts, breakfast cereals, energy drinks, tabletop sweeteners, confectionery.

What is E960 made from?

E960 can be derived from the following sources: leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant (South America - plant).

What are the other names for E960?

E960 may appear on food labels as: Reb-A, Stevia, Truvia, Pure Via, Stevioside, Rebaudioside A, Steviol Glycosides.

surface coating agents, gases, sweeteners — 37 E-codes: 30 Halal, 2 Haraam, 5 Mushbooh

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