salts and related compounds

E574 — Gluconic Acids

Acidity regulator

Also known as: Gluconic Acid · D-Gluconic Acid

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 some beverages, baked goods & more
Source fermentation of glucose by Aspergillus niger (plant)

School of Thought Breakdown

Hanafi

Permitted

Maliki

Permitted

Shafi'i

Permitted

Hanbali

Permitted

Plant fermentation - halal.

What to do with this product

Follow these steps in order — most products resolve at step 1 or 2

1

Safe to consume

E574 is permissible across all major schools of Islamic thought. No further verification is needed for this specific additive.

Permissible — no verification required
2

Still check the rest of the ingredients list

Other E-codes on the same label may have a different halal status. Use our database or scanner to verify each one.

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E574 is permissible. Focus your label check on the other E-codes in this product — some may have different statuses.

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Background & Details

About E574

Organic compound 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 E574 made from?

  • fermentation of glucose by Aspergillus niger (plant)

Foods that commonly contain E574

Food Category Guide

E574 is common in baked goods — see the full halal guide →

some beverages baked goods cleaning products

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E574 (Gluconic Acids) halal?

E574 (Gluconic Acids) 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 E574 used for?

E574 is used as a acidity regulator in food products.

What foods contain E574?

E574 (Gluconic Acids) is commonly found in: some beverages, baked goods, cleaning products.

What is E574 made from?

E574 can be derived from the following sources: fermentation of glucose by Aspergillus niger (plant).

What are the other names for E574?

E574 may appear on food labels as: Gluconic Acid, D-Gluconic Acid.

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This information is for educational purposes only. For religious rulings, consult a qualified Islamic scholar or halal certification authority. E-code classifications may vary by source, manufacturing process, and school of thought.