miscellaneous additive

E1103 — Invertase Enzyme

Enzyme - converts sucrose to glucose and fructose (inverted sugar)

Also known as: Sucrase · Invertase · Beta-Fructofuranosidase

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.

Function Enzyme - converts sucrose to glucose and fructose (inverted sugar)
Found in chocolate fondant (soft centres), confectionery & more
Source yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae - usually plant sugar grown)

School of Thought Breakdown

Hanafi

Permitted

Maliki

Permitted

Shafi'i

Permitted

Hanbali

Permitted

Yeast-derived or microbial - halal if yeast grown on plant media.

What to do with this product

Follow these steps in order — most products resolve at step 1 or 2

1

Safe to consume

E1103 is permissible across all major schools of Islamic thought. No further verification is needed for this specific additive.

Permissible — no verification required
2

Still check the rest of the ingredients list

Other E-codes on the same label may have a different halal status. Use our database or scanner to verify each one.

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You're all clear for this additive

E1103 is permissible. Focus your label check on the other E-codes in this product — some may have different statuses.

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Background & Details

About E1103

Invertase is obtained from yeast and also synthesized by honey bees. Invertase breaks sucrose(table sugar) into glucose and frustose the simple sugar. 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 E1103 made from?

  • yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae - usually plant sugar grown)
  • microbial fermentation

Foods that commonly contain E1103

Food Category Guide

E1103 is common in confectionery — see the full halal guide →

chocolate fondant (soft centres) confectionery honey (naturally present)

Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E1103 (Invertase Enzyme) halal?

E1103 (Invertase Enzyme) 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 E1103 used for?

E1103 is used as a enzyme - converts sucrose to glucose and fructose (inverted sugar) in food products.

What foods contain E1103?

E1103 (Invertase Enzyme) is commonly found in: chocolate fondant (soft centres), confectionery, honey (naturally present).

What is E1103 made from?

E1103 can be derived from the following sources: yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae - usually plant sugar grown), microbial fermentation.

What are the other names for E1103?

E1103 may appear on food labels as: Sucrase, Invertase, Beta-Fructofuranosidase.

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This information is for educational purposes only. For religious rulings, consult a qualified Islamic scholar or halal certification authority. E-code classifications may vary by source, manufacturing process, and school of thought.