preservatives

E227 — Calcium Hydrogen Sulphite

Preservative

Also known as: Calcium Bisulphite · Calcium Hydrogen Sulphite

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 Preservative
Found in beer, wine & more
Source synthetic

School of Thought Breakdown

Hanafi

Permitted

Maliki

Permitted

Shafi'i

Permitted

Hanbali

Permitted

Synthetic chemical - halal.

What to do with this product

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

1

Safe to consume

E227 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.

Always verify the complete label

You're all clear for this additive

E227 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 E227

Chemical preservative 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 E227 made from?

  • synthetic

Foods that commonly contain E227

Food Category Guide

E227 is common in beer — see the full halal guide →

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E227 (Calcium Hydrogen Sulphite) halal?

E227 (Calcium Hydrogen Sulphite) 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 E227 used for?

E227 is used as a preservative in food products.

What foods contain E227?

E227 (Calcium Hydrogen Sulphite) is commonly found in: beer, wine, cider, soft drinks.

What is E227 made from?

E227 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic.

What are the other names for E227?

E227 may appear on food labels as: Calcium Bisulphite, Calcium Hydrogen Sulphite.

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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.