INS 450
Mineral Salt - Sodium and potassium salt of phosphoric acid (E338)Sodium and Potassium Metaphosphates Polyphosphates and Pyrophosphates
Halal
Is INS 450 (Sodium and Potassium Metaphosphates Polyphosphates and Pyrophosphates) 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 450 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 450 on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E450. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E450
INS 450 and E450 refer to the same food additive — Sodium and Potassium Metaphosphates Polyphosphates and Pyrophosphates. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E450 on the label instead.
See full E450 halal guide →About INS 450
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Sources / Derived From
- mineral (phosphate rock)
Foods that commonly contain INS 450
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 450 (Sodium and Potassium Metaphosphates Polyphosphates and Pyrophosphates) halal?
INS 450 (Sodium and Potassium Metaphosphates Polyphosphates and Pyrophosphates) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 450 used for?
INS 450 is used as a emulsifying salt, acidity regulator and raising agent in food products.
What is the difference between INS 450 and E450?
INS 450 and E450 are the same additive — Sodium and Potassium Metaphosphates Polyphosphates and Pyrophosphates. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E450) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 450?
INS 450 (Sodium and Potassium Metaphosphates Polyphosphates and Pyrophosphates) is commonly found in: processed cheese, cured meats, seafood products, baking powder, meal replacement shakes, plant-based meat, instant noodles, ready meals.
What is INS 450 made from?
INS 450 can be derived from: mineral (phosphate rock).
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