antioxidants, phosphates, and complexing agents

E307 — Synthetic Alpha-Tocopherol

Antioxidant and Vitamin E supplement

Also known as: Alpha-Tocopherol · Synthetic Vitamin E

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 Antioxidant and Vitamin E supplement
Found in vegetable oils, margarine & more
Source synthetic (from petroleum-derived trimethylhydroquinone)

School of Thought Breakdown

Hanafi

Permitted

Maliki

Permitted

Shafi'i

Permitted

Hanbali

Permitted

Synthetic - halal.

What to do with this product

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

1

Safe to consume

E307 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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Background & Details

About E307

Antioxidants- vitamin e it is synthetic antioxidant. 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 E307 made from?

  • synthetic (from petroleum-derived trimethylhydroquinone)

Foods that commonly contain E307

Food Category Guide

E307 is common in margarine — see the full halal guide →

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E307 (Synthetic Alpha-Tocopherol) halal?

E307 (Synthetic Alpha-Tocopherol) 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 E307 used for?

E307 is used as a antioxidant and vitamin e supplement in food products.

What foods contain E307?

E307 (Synthetic Alpha-Tocopherol) is commonly found in: vegetable oils, margarine, baked goods, supplements.

What is E307 made from?

E307 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic (from petroleum-derived trimethylhydroquinone).

What are the other names for E307?

E307 may appear on food labels as: Alpha-Tocopherol, Synthetic Vitamin E.

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