INS 928
Bleaching Agent - Synthetically preparedBenzoyl Peroxide/Dibenzoyl Peroxide
Halal
Is INS 928 (Benzoyl Peroxide) 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 928 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 928 on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E928. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E928
INS 928 and E928 refer to the same food additive — Benzoyl Peroxide/Dibenzoyl Peroxide. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E928 on the label instead.
See full E928 halal guide →About INS 928
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Sources / Derived From
- synthetic
Foods that commonly contain INS 928
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 928 (Benzoyl Peroxide/Dibenzoyl Peroxide) halal?
INS 928 (Benzoyl Peroxide/Dibenzoyl Peroxide) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 928 used for?
INS 928 is used as a flour bleaching agent in food products.
What is the difference between INS 928 and E928?
INS 928 and E928 are the same additive — Benzoyl Peroxide/Dibenzoyl Peroxide. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E928) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 928?
INS 928 (Benzoyl Peroxide/Dibenzoyl Peroxide) is commonly found in: white flour (cake/pastry - USA and some countries).
What is INS 928 made from?
INS 928 can be derived from: synthetic.
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