E102 — Tartrazine
Yellow food coloring
Also known as: CI 19140 · Tartrazine · Food Yellow 4 · FD&C Yellow No. 5
Permissible
Yes — Halal
Generally accepted as halal. This additive is typically derived from plant or synthetic sources and does not contain any prohibited ingredients according to Islamic dietary laws.
School of Thought Breakdown
Hanafi
Permitted
Maliki
Permitted
Shafi'i
Permitted
Hanbali
Permitted
Tartrazine itself is synthetic and halal in dry/powder form. In liquid form, the solvent used must be halal (not alcohol-based). Check manufacturer for liquid applications.
What to do with this product
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Safe to consume
E102 is permissible across all major schools of Islamic thought. No further verification is needed for this specific additive.
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E102 is permissible. Focus your label check on the other E-codes in this product — some may have different statuses.
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Tartazine. If obtained from natural source then it is soluble in water then it is Halal. If obtained from synthetic dye then it is Halal only if it mix with vegetable oil.. Halal if used as 100% dry color. If used as liquid color, the solvent has to be Halal
What is E102 made from?
- synthetic azo dye (petroleum-derived)
Found in products
⚠️ Product formulations change. Always verify by checking the current ingredient list on the packaging.
Regulatory Status by Country
Mandatory Warning Required
- ⚠ European Union — must carry hyperactivity warning: 'may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children'
- ⚠ United Kingdom — same mandatory warning as EU
Restricted
- ○ Norway — restricted in some product categories alongside other azo dyes
- ○ Austria — stricter controls on synthetic azo dyes
Foods that commonly contain E102
Food Category Guide
E102 is common in sweets — see the full halal guide →
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E102 (Tartrazine) halal?
E102 (Tartrazine) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. This additive is typically derived from plant or synthetic sources and does not contain any prohibited ingredients according to Islamic dietary laws.
What is E102 used for?
E102 is used as a yellow food coloring in food products.
What foods contain E102?
E102 (Tartrazine) is commonly found in: fizzy drinks, sweets, instant noodles, mustard, cereal, ice cream, canned vegetables.
What is E102 made from?
E102 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic azo dye (petroleum-derived).
What are the other names for E102?
E102 may appear on food labels as: CI 19140, Tartrazine, Food Yellow 4, FD&C Yellow No. 5.
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