INS 579
Coloring/Flavoring - Prepared from barium gluconate and ferrous sulphateFerrous Gluconate
Halal
Is INS 579 (Ferrous Gluconate) 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 579 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 579 on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E579. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E579
INS 579 and E579 refer to the same food additive — Ferrous Gluconate. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E579 on the label instead.
See full E579 halal guide →About INS 579
Mushbooh
Sources / Derived From
- ferrous sulphate + gluconic acid (synthetic)
Foods that commonly contain INS 579
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 579 (Ferrous Gluconate) halal?
INS 579 (Ferrous Gluconate) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 579 used for?
INS 579 is used as a color fixative for olives and iron supplement in food products.
What is the difference between INS 579 and E579?
INS 579 and E579 are the same additive — Ferrous Gluconate. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E579) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 579?
INS 579 (Ferrous Gluconate) is commonly found in: black olives (color stabiliser), iron supplements.
What is INS 579 made from?
INS 579 can be derived from: ferrous sulphate + gluconic acid (synthetic).
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