INS 927
Improving Agent - Synthetically preparedAzodicarbonamide/Azoformamide
Halal
Is INS 927 (Azodicarbonamide) 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 927 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 927 on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E927. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E927
INS 927 and E927 refer to the same food additive — Azodicarbonamide/Azoformamide. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E927 on the label instead.
See full E927 halal guide →About INS 927
Miscellaneous - compounds used to treat flour
Sources / Derived From
- synthetic
Foods that commonly contain INS 927
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 927 (Azodicarbonamide/Azoformamide) halal?
INS 927 (Azodicarbonamide/Azoformamide) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 927 used for?
INS 927 is used as a flour treatment agent - strengthens gluten, improves rise in food products.
What is the difference between INS 927 and E927?
INS 927 and E927 are the same additive — Azodicarbonamide/Azoformamide. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E927) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 927?
INS 927 (Azodicarbonamide/Azoformamide) is commonly found in: commercial bread, burger buns, sandwich bread.
What is INS 927 made from?
INS 927 can be derived from: synthetic.
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