Yes — Halal

INS 960

surface coating agents, gases, sweeteners

Steviol Glycosides

Also known as: Reb-ASteviaTruviaPure ViaSteviosideRebaudioside ASteviol Glycosides E960 (EU/UK)

Status

Halal

Function

Natural sweetener - 200–400x sweeter than sugar, zero calories

Halal

Is INS 960 (Steviol Glycosides) halal?

E960 (Steviol Glycosides / Stevia) is Halal. It is extracted from the leaves of the stevia plant and contains no animal-derived ingredients.

What to do

Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.

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Where is INS 960 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 960 on packaging from:

AustraliaNew ZealandMalaysiaSingaporeIndonesiaIndiaSaudi ArabiaUAEGCC countries

In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E960. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.

EU / UK equivalent: E960

INS 960 and E960 refer to the same food additive — Steviol Glycosides. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E960 on the label instead.

See full E960 halal guide →

About INS 960

A natural sweetener extracted from stevia plant leaves, 200-400x sweeter than sugar. Plant-derived, no animal ingredients.

Sources / Derived From

leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant (South America - plant)

Foods that commonly contain INS 960

diet sodassugar-free yogurtsbreakfast cerealsenergy drinkstabletop sweetenersconfectionery

Frequently Asked Questions

Is INS 960 (Steviol Glycosides) halal?

E960 (Steviol Glycosides / Stevia) is Halal. It is extracted from the leaves of the stevia plant and contains no animal-derived ingredients.

What is INS 960 used for?

INS 960 is used as a natural sweetener - 200–400x sweeter than sugar, zero calories in food products.

What is the difference between INS 960 and E960?

INS 960 and E960 are the same additive — Steviol Glycosides. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E960) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.

What foods contain INS 960?

INS 960 (Steviol Glycosides) is commonly found in: diet sodas, sugar-free yogurts, breakfast cereals, energy drinks, tabletop sweeteners, confectionery.

What is INS 960 made from?

INS 960 can be derived from: leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant (South America - plant).

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