salts and related compounds

E514 — Sodium Sulphate

Acidity regulator

Also known as: Glauber's Salt · Sodium Sulphate

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 Acidity regulator
Found in used in food processing and starch production
Source mineral

School of Thought Breakdown

Hanafi

Permitted

Maliki

Permitted

Shafi'i

Permitted

Hanbali

Permitted

Inorganic mineral - halal.

What to do with this product

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1

Safe to consume

E514 is permissible across all major schools of Islamic thought. No further verification is needed for this specific additive.

Permissible — no verification required
2

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Background & Details

About E514

Miscellaneous - acids and salts: sulphuric acid and its salts 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 E514 made from?

  • mineral
  • synthetic by-product

Foods that commonly contain E514

used in food processing and starch production

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E514 (Sodium Sulphate) halal?

E514 (Sodium Sulphate) 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 E514 used for?

E514 is used as a acidity regulator in food products.

What foods contain E514?

E514 (Sodium Sulphate) is commonly found in: used in food processing and starch production.

What is E514 made from?

E514 can be derived from the following sources: mineral, synthetic by-product.

What are the other names for E514?

E514 may appear on food labels as: Glauber's Salt, Sodium Sulphate.

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