INS 964
surface coating agents, gases, sweetenersPolyglycitol Syrup
Halal
Is INS 964 (Polyglycitol Syrup) 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 964 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 964 on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E964. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E964
INS 964 and E964 refer to the same food additive — Polyglycitol Syrup. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E964 on the label instead.
See full E964 halal guide →About INS 964
A sugar alcohol mixture from hydrogenated plant starch. Not intoxicating, no animal ingredients.
Sources / Derived From
- hydrogenation of glucose syrup from plant starch
Foods that commonly contain INS 964
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 964 (Polyglycitol Syrup) halal?
INS 964 (Polyglycitol Syrup) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 964 used for?
INS 964 is used as a sweetener, humectant and bulking agent - sugar alcohol mixture in food products.
What is the difference between INS 964 and E964?
INS 964 and E964 are the same additive — Polyglycitol Syrup. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E964) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 964?
INS 964 (Polyglycitol Syrup) is commonly found in: sugar-free confectionery, chewing gum, hard candies, diabetic foods.
What is INS 964 made from?
INS 964 can be derived from: hydrogenation of glucose syrup from plant starch.
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