Yes — Halal

INS 150B

food colors

Caramel Color/with chemicals

Also known as: Caramel IICaustic Sulphite Caramel E150B (EU/UK)

Status

Halal

Function

Brown food coloring

Halal

Is INS 150B (Caramel Color) 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.

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Where is INS 150B 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 150B on packaging from:

AustraliaNew ZealandMalaysiaSingaporeIndonesiaIndiaSaudi ArabiaUAEGCC countries

In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E150B. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.

EU / UK equivalent: E150B

INS 150B and E150B refer to the same food additive — Caramel Color/with chemicals. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E150B on the label instead.

See full E150B halal guide →

About INS 150B

Sources / Derived From

heated sugar + sulphite compounds (plant)

Foods that commonly contain INS 150B

cognacsherrysome spiritssauces

Frequently Asked Questions

Is INS 150B (Caramel Color/with chemicals) halal?

INS 150B (Caramel Color/with chemicals) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.

What is INS 150B used for?

INS 150B is used as a brown food coloring in food products.

What is the difference between INS 150B and E150B?

INS 150B and E150B are the same additive — Caramel Color/with chemicals. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E150B) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.

What foods contain INS 150B?

INS 150B (Caramel Color/with chemicals) is commonly found in: cognac, sherry, some spirits, sauces.

What is INS 150B made from?

INS 150B can be derived from: heated sugar + sulphite compounds (plant).

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