INS 950
Artificial Sweetener - Potassium salt of 6-methyl-1,2,3-oxathiazin-4(3H)-1,2,2-dioxideAcesulphame Potassium/Sunett
Halal
Is INS 950 (Acesulphame Potassium) 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 950 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 950 on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E950. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E950
INS 950 and E950 refer to the same food additive — Acesulphame Potassium/Sunett. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E950 on the label instead.
See full E950 halal guide →About INS 950
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Sources / Derived From
- synthetic
Foods that commonly contain INS 950
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 950 (Acesulphame Potassium/Sunett) halal?
INS 950 (Acesulphame Potassium/Sunett) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 950 used for?
INS 950 is used as a artificial sweetener - 200x sweeter than sugar, no calories in food products.
What is the difference between INS 950 and E950?
INS 950 and E950 are the same additive — Acesulphame Potassium/Sunett. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E950) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 950?
INS 950 (Acesulphame Potassium/Sunett) is commonly found in: diet drinks, sugar-free confectionery, sugar-free baked goods, tabletop sweeteners, protein bars, energy drinks, sports drinks, coffee products.
What is INS 950 made from?
INS 950 can be derived from: synthetic.
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