INS 553A
Anticaking Agent - Synthetic compound of magnesium oxide and silicon dioxide. May also be prepared from sodium silicate and magnesium sulphateMagnesium Silicate/Magnesium Trisilicate
Halal
Is INS 553A (Magnesium Silicate) 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 553A 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 553A on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E553A. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E553A
INS 553A and E553A refer to the same food additive — Magnesium Silicate/Magnesium Trisilicate. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E553A on the label instead.
See full E553A halal guide →About INS 553A
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Sources / Derived From
- synthetic or mineral
Foods that commonly contain INS 553A
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 553A (Magnesium Silicate/Magnesium Trisilicate) halal?
INS 553A (Magnesium Silicate/Magnesium Trisilicate) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 553A used for?
INS 553A is used as a anti-caking agent in food products.
What is the difference between INS 553A and E553A?
INS 553A and E553A are the same additive — Magnesium Silicate/Magnesium Trisilicate. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E553A) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 553A?
INS 553A (Magnesium Silicate/Magnesium Trisilicate) is commonly found in: table salt, powdered foods.
What is INS 553A made from?
INS 553A can be derived from: synthetic or mineral.
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