E950 — Acesulphame Potassium
Artificial sweetener - 200x sweeter than sugar, no calories
Also known as: Ace-K · Sunett · Acesulphame K · Acesulphame Potassium
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.
School of Thought Breakdown
Hanafi
Permitted
Maliki
Permitted
Shafi'i
Permitted
Hanbali
Permitted
Synthetic - halal.
What to do with this product
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Safe to consume
E950 is permissible across all major schools of Islamic thought. No further verification is needed for this specific additive.
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E950 is permissible. Focus your label check on the other E-codes in this product — some may have different statuses.
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What is E950 made from?
- synthetic
Foods that commonly contain E950
Food Category Guide
E950 is common in sugar-free confectionery — see the full halal guide →
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is E950 (Acesulphame Potassium/Sunett) halal?
E950 (Acesulphame Potassium/Sunett) 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 E950 used for?
E950 is used as a artificial sweetener - 200x sweeter than sugar, no calories in food products.
What foods contain E950?
E950 (Acesulphame Potassium/Sunett) is commonly found in: diet drinks, sugar-free confectionery, sugar-free baked goods, tabletop sweeteners.
What is E950 made from?
E950 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic.
What are the other names for E950?
E950 may appear on food labels as: Ace-K, Sunett, Acesulphame K, Acesulphame Potassium.
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