Yes — Halal

INS 215

preservatives

Ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt

Also known as: Sodium EthylparabenSodium Ethyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate E215 (EU/UK)

Status

Halal

Function

Preservative - sodium salt of ethylparaben

Halal

Is INS 215 (Ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt) 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 215 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 215 on packaging from:

AustraliaNew ZealandMalaysiaSingaporeIndonesiaIndiaSaudi ArabiaUAEGCC countries

In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E215. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.

EU / UK equivalent: E215

INS 215 and E215 refer to the same food additive — Ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E215 on the label instead.

See full E215 halal guide →

About INS 215

Chemical preservative. Halal, if used as 100% dry powder or granular. Haram if alcohol is used as a solvent

Sources / Derived From

synthetic

Foods that commonly contain INS 215

saucesbeveragesbaked goods

Frequently Asked Questions

Is INS 215 (Ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt) halal?

INS 215 (Ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.

What is INS 215 used for?

INS 215 is used as a preservative - sodium salt of ethylparaben in food products.

What is the difference between INS 215 and E215?

INS 215 and E215 are the same additive — Ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E215) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.

What foods contain INS 215?

INS 215 (Ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Salt) is commonly found in: sauces, beverages, baked goods.

What is INS 215 made from?

INS 215 can be derived from: synthetic.

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