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E1412

starch derivatives

Distarch Phosphate

Also known as: Distarch Phosphate

International label: INS 1412

Status

Mushbooh (Questionable)

Function

Thickener - cross-linked starch, very stable in cooking

Mushbooh (Questionable)

Is E1412 (Distarch Phosphate) halal?

Source-dependent and requires verification. This additive may be derived from either halal (plant/synthetic) or haraam (animal) sources. Always check the product label or contact the manufacturer to verify the source.

What to do

Don't assume. Ask the brand for halal certification or source info.

See Sources below →

About E1412

Phosphate in Europe is also obtained from animal bones. So please the check the source of phosphate. &Quot;suitable for vegetarian" label on food package indicates that it is obtained from from mineral.&Quot; in USA it is obtained from minerals and it is Halal.

Verification Required

This additive's halal status depends on its source. Check the product label for a halal certification mark, or contact the manufacturer directly.

What is E1412 made from?

plant starch + phosphate (may be animal bone-derived in Europe)

Scholarly Notes

Mushbooh - same phosphate source concerns as E1410.

Foods that commonly contain E1412

Food Category Guide

E1412 is common in ready meals — see the full halal guide →

canned foods ready meals sauces

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E1412 (Distarch Phosphate) halal?

E1412 (Distarch Phosphate) is classified as Mushbooh (Questionable). Source-dependent and requires verification. This additive may be derived from either halal (plant/synthetic) or haraam (animal) sources. Always check the product label or contact the manufacturer to verify the source.

What is E1412 used for?

E1412 is used as a thickener - cross-linked starch, very stable in cooking in food products.

What foods contain E1412?

E1412 (Distarch Phosphate) is commonly found in: canned foods, ready meals, sauces.

What is E1412 made from?

E1412 can be derived from the following sources: plant starch + phosphate (may be animal bone-derived in Europe).

What are the other names for E1412?

E1412 may appear on food labels as: Distarch Phosphate.

starch derivatives — 11 E-codes: 6 Halal, 0 Haram, 5 Mushbooh

Related E-Codes in starch derivatives

Phosphated Distarch Phosphate

E1420

Starch Acetate Esterified with Acetic Anhydride

E1422

Acetylated Distarch Adipate

E1442

Hydroxypropyl Distarch Phosphate

E1450

Starch Sodium Octenylsuccinate

E1401

Acid Treated Starch

E1451

Acetylated Oxidized Starch

E100

Curcumin/Turmeric

E101

Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

Know it by name?

E1412 appears on many labels under its ingredient name. Read the plain-language guide:

Is Modified Starch Halal?

Sources reviewed

Our E1412 classification is checked against recognised halal certification bodies and mainstream Sunni scholarship before publishing. We do not treat community halal-status sites as authoritative.

HMC — Halal Monitoring Committee (UK)
HFA — Halal Food Authority (UK)
JAKIM — Dept. of Islamic Development (Malaysia)
MUI / LPPOM — Indonesian Ulema Council
IFANCA — Islamic Food & Nutrition Council (USA)
IslamQA — Sunni fatwa reference

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