E470
thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiersSodium, Potassium and Calcium Salts of Fatty Acids
What should I do with this product?
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
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Emulsifiers and stabilizers - salts or esters of fatty acids. Suitable for vegetarian label indicates that only vegetable fat is used as a source.. Haraam if it is from pork fat. Halal if it is from plant fat
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 E470 made from?
- fatty acids from vegetable or animal fats
Foods that commonly contain E470
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Mushbooh - fatty acid source must be verified. Plant (vegetable oil) source = halal. 'Suitable for vegetarians' confirms halal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E470 (Sodium, Potassium and Calcium Salts of Fatty Acids) halal?
E470 (Sodium, Potassium and Calcium Salts of Fatty Acids) 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 E470 used for?
E470 is used as a anti-caking agent and emulsifier in food products.
What foods contain E470?
E470 (Sodium, Potassium and Calcium Salts of Fatty Acids) is commonly found in: baked goods, cake mixes, dairy products.
What is E470 made from?
E470 can be derived from the following sources: fatty acids from vegetable or animal fats.
What are the other names for E470?
E470 may appear on food labels as: Sodium, Potassium and Calcium Salts of Fatty Acids.
thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers category - 68 E-codes total: 30 Halal, 0 Haraam, 38 Mushbooh.
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