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E412

thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers

Guar Gum

Also known as: GuaranGuar Gum

International label: INS 412

Status

Halal

Function

Thickener and stabiliser

Halal

Is E412 (Guar Gum) 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 to do

Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.

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About E412

Emulsifiers and stabilizers - other plant gums 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 E412 made from?

guar bean (plant)

Foods that commonly contain E412

Food Category Guide

E412 is common in ice cream — see the full halal guide →

ice cream yogurt salad dressings sauces gluten-free bread soups plant-based meat

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E412 (Guar Gum) halal?

E412 (Guar Gum) 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 E412 used for?

E412 is used as a thickener and stabiliser in food products.

What foods contain E412?

E412 (Guar Gum) is commonly found in: ice cream, yogurt, salad dressings, sauces, gluten-free bread, soups, plant-based meat.

What is E412 made from?

E412 can be derived from the following sources: guar bean (plant).

What are the other names for E412?

E412 may appear on food labels as: Guaran, Guar Gum.

thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers — 68 E-codes: 30 Halal, 0 Haram, 38 Mushbooh

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Sources reviewed

Our E412 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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