INS 1450
starch derivativesStarch Sodium Octenylsuccinate
Halal
Is INS 1450 (Starch Sodium Octenylsuccinate) halal?
Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What to do
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
Where is INS 1450 used?
INS (International Numbering System) codes are maintained by the Codex Alimentarius Commission and used on food labels in many countries outside the EU. You will commonly see INS 1450 on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E1450. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E1450
INS 1450 and E1450 refer to the same food additive — Starch Sodium Octenylsuccinate. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E1450 on the label instead.
See full E1450 halal guide →About INS 1450
Chemically modified starch with octenylsuccinate.
Sources / Derived From
- plant starch + octenylsuccinic anhydride (synthetic)
Foods that commonly contain INS 1450
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 1450 (Starch Sodium Octenylsuccinate) halal?
INS 1450 (Starch Sodium Octenylsuccinate) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 1450 used for?
INS 1450 is used as a emulsifier and encapsulant - used to encapsulate flavour oils in food products.
What is the difference between INS 1450 and E1450?
INS 1450 and E1450 are the same additive — Starch Sodium Octenylsuccinate. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E1450) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 1450?
INS 1450 (Starch Sodium Octenylsuccinate) is commonly found in: dry powdered flavours, beverage clouding agents, microencapsulated ingredients.
What is INS 1450 made from?
INS 1450 can be derived from: plant starch + octenylsuccinic anhydride (synthetic).
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