INS 962
surface coating agents, gases, sweetenersSalt of Aspartame-Acesulfame
Halal
Is INS 962 (Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame) 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 962 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 962 on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E962. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E962
INS 962 and E962 refer to the same food additive — Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E962 on the label instead.
See full E962 halal guide →About INS 962
A synthetic sweetener blend of acesulfame-K (E950) and aspartame (E951). Follow the same ruling as aspartame if applying a strict position.
Sources / Derived From
- synthetic (combination of E950 and E951 - both synthetic)
Foods that commonly contain INS 962
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 962 (Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame) halal?
INS 962 (Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 962 used for?
INS 962 is used as a artificial sweetener - blend combining acesulfame-k and aspartame in food products.
What is the difference between INS 962 and E962?
INS 962 and E962 are the same additive — Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E962) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 962?
INS 962 (Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame) is commonly found in: diet carbonated drinks, flavoured water, tabletop sweeteners.
What is INS 962 made from?
INS 962 can be derived from: synthetic (combination of E950 and E951 - both synthetic).
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