E-Codes in Jelly
6 additives commonly found in this food type
⚠️ 1 additive is Haraam - do not buy without halal certification
Is Jelly halal?
Jelly commonly contains 6 food additives, of which 3 are Halal, 2 are Mushbooh and 1 is Haraam. The main concern is E124 (Ponceau 4R / Cochineal Red A). Always look for a halal certification mark when purchasing jelly.
Key concerns in Jelly
These additives are the most important to verify before purchasing.
Source: synthetic azo dye (petroleum-derived)
The synthetic Ponceau 4R is generally considered Mushbooh. The natural cochineal variant (Cochineal Red A) is Haraam under most scholarly…
Source: synthetic azo dye (petroleum-derived)
Source: apple pomace or citrus peel (plant)
Plant-derived gelling agent. Mushbooh if ethyl alcohol (ethanol) used in processing. Halal if isopropyl alcohol (completely removed) or n…
Do not buy without halal certification
At least 1 additive in jelly is Haraam. A "no artificial colors" or "suitable for vegetarians" label does not guarantee all E-codes are halal - only an accredited halal certification covers the full formulation.
💡 Look for certification from HFCE, HFA, or your regional halal authority on the packaging.
Related Food Categories
These food types share E-codes with jelly:
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