E441
thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiersGelatine
What should I do with this product?
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
See which foods use it →Avoid this code. Check halal alternatives or scan a substitute product.
See Alternatives below →About E441
Gelatin from zabiha slaughtered beef and fish source is considered Halal. Gelatin from pork is haram. Gelatin from non zabiha beef is not 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 E441 made from?
- pork skin/bones
- beef skin/bones
- fish (halal)
- plant alternatives (agar, pectin)
Foods that commonly contain E441
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Pork gelatin is Haraam under all schools. Beef gelatin from non-zabiha animals is Haraam under Hanafi school; some Shafi'i and Maliki scholars permit it. Fish gelatin is halal. Always look for explicit 'halal' or 'fish gelatin' labeling.
Halal Alternatives
These E-codes serve a similar function and are generally considered halal:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E441 (Gelatine) halal?
E441 (Gelatine) 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 E441 used for?
E441 is used as a gelling agent - sets texture in sweets, desserts, capsules in food products.
What foods contain E441?
E441 (Gelatine) is commonly found in: jelly sweets (Haribo, etc.), marshmallows, gummy vitamins, panna cotta, mousse, medicine capsules, yogurt (some types), cream cheese.
What is E441 made from?
E441 can be derived from the following sources: pork skin/bones, beef skin/bones, fish (halal), plant alternatives (agar, pectin).
What are the other names for E441?
E441 may appear on food labels as: Gelatine, Gelatin.
thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers category - 68 E-codes total: 30 Halal, 0 Haraam, 38 Mushbooh.
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