E475
thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiersPolyglycerol Esters 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 E475 made from?
- glycerol (plant or animal) + fatty acids (plant or animal)
Foods that commonly contain E475
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Mushbooh - both the glycerol and fatty acid sources must be plant-derived for halal status. Seek certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E475 (Polyglycerol Esters of Fatty Acids) halal?
E475 (Polyglycerol Esters 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 E475 used for?
E475 is used as a emulsifier - improves fat crystal structure in food products.
What foods contain E475?
E475 (Polyglycerol Esters of Fatty Acids) is commonly found in: margarine, baked goods, confectionery, dairy products.
What is E475 made from?
E475 can be derived from the following sources: glycerol (plant or animal) + fatty acids (plant or animal).
What are the other names for E475?
E475 may appear on food labels as: Polyglycerol Esters of Fatty Acids, PGE.
thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers category - 68 E-codes total: 30 Halal, 0 Haraam, 38 Mushbooh.
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