INS 519
Preservative/Color Fixative - Industrially prepared by spraying hot dilute sulphuric acid on to scrap copper in a lead-lined towerCupric Sulphate/Copper Sulphate
Halal
Is INS 519 (Cupric Sulphate) 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 519 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 519 on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E519. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E519
INS 519 and E519 refer to the same food additive — Cupric Sulphate/Copper Sulphate. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E519 on the label instead.
See full E519 halal guide →About INS 519
Mushbooh
Sources / Derived From
- mineral (copper + sulphuric acid)
Foods that commonly contain INS 519
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 519 (Cupric Sulphate/Copper Sulphate) halal?
INS 519 (Cupric Sulphate/Copper Sulphate) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 519 used for?
INS 519 is used as a color fixative - used in vegetables in food products.
What is the difference between INS 519 and E519?
INS 519 and E519 are the same additive — Cupric Sulphate/Copper Sulphate. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E519) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 519?
INS 519 (Cupric Sulphate/Copper Sulphate) is commonly found in: preserved vegetables, some olives.
What is INS 519 made from?
INS 519 can be derived from: mineral (copper + sulphuric acid).
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