E-Codes in Seasoning Mixes
12 additives commonly found in this food type
⚠️ 12 additives require source verification
Are Seasoning Mixes halal?
Seasoning Mixes commonly contain 12 food additives, of which 0 are Halal, 12 are Mushbooh and 0 are Haraam. E620 (L-Glutamic Acid) and E621 (Monosodium Glutamate/MSG) require source verification - the same additive can be plant-derived (halal) or animal-derived (haraam) depending on the manufacturer. Look for a halal certification logo or contact the brand directly.
Key concerns in Seasoning Mixes
These additives are the most important to verify before purchasing.
Source: fermentation of plant sugars
Mushbooh - same concerns as E621 (MSG). Plant fermentation source is halal. Yeast grown on pork media is haraam. 'Suitable for vegetari…
Source: bacterial fermentation of sugar cane or corn (plant)
MSG itself is halal when produced from plant-based fermentation. In 1996, Ajinomoto Indonesia was found to use pork-derived media - thi…
Source: fermentation of plant sugars
Mushbooh - same concerns as E621 (MSG). Seek halal or vegetarian certification.
Verify the source before buying
12 additives in seasoning mixes are source-dependent. The label alone is insufficient - you need to know whether the additive was derived from plant, animal, or synthetic sources.
💡 "Suitable for vegetarians" is a useful shortcut - it typically rules out pork-derived fats and animal-derived gelatine.
Related Food Categories
These food types share E-codes with seasoning mixes:
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