E952 — Cyclamic and its Calcium and Sodium Salts
Artificial sweetener - 30–50x sweeter than sugar
Also known as: Cyclamate · Sodium Cyclamate · Calcium Cyclamate
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. Banned in USA since 1970 but permitted in EU and many other countries.
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Safe to consume
E952 is permissible across all major schools of Islamic thought. No further verification is needed for this specific additive.
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What is E952 made from?
- synthetic
Foods that commonly contain E952
Food Category Guide
E952 is common in sugar-free confectionery — see the full halal guide →
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is E952 (Cyclamic and its Calcium and Sodium Salts) halal?
E952 (Cyclamic and its Calcium and Sodium Salts) 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 E952 used for?
E952 is used as a artificial sweetener - 30–50x sweeter than sugar in food products.
What foods contain E952?
E952 (Cyclamic and its Calcium and Sodium Salts) is commonly found in: diet drinks, sugar-free confectionery, some tabletop sweeteners.
What is E952 made from?
E952 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic.
What are the other names for E952?
E952 may appear on food labels as: Cyclamate, Sodium Cyclamate, Calcium Cyclamate.
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