Yes - Halal

E962

surface coating agents, gases, sweeteners

Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame

Also known as: Aspartame-Acesulfame SaltSalt of Aspartame-Acesulfame

International label: INS 962

Status

Halal

Function

Artificial sweetener - blend combining acesulfame-K and aspartame

Halal

Is E962 (Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame) 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 to do

Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.

See which foods use it →

About E962

A synthetic sweetener blend of acesulfame-K (E950) and aspartame (E951). Follow the same ruling as aspartame if applying a strict position. 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 E962 made from?

synthetic (combination of E950 and E951 - both synthetic)

Scholarly Notes

Synthetic - halal. A salt formed from acesulfame-K (E950) and aspartame (E951). Note: aspartame controversy (E951 listed Haram by some scholars due to alcohol in processing); follow same ruling if applying strict position.

Foods that commonly contain E962

Food Category Guide

E962 is common in tabletop sweeteners — see the full halal guide →

diet carbonated drinks flavoured water tabletop sweeteners

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E962 (Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame) halal?

E962 (Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame) 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 E962 used for?

E962 is used as a artificial sweetener - blend combining acesulfame-k and aspartame in food products.

What foods contain E962?

E962 (Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame) is commonly found in: diet carbonated drinks, flavoured water, tabletop sweeteners.

What is E962 made from?

E962 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic (combination of E950 and E951 - both synthetic).

What are the other names for E962?

E962 may appear on food labels as: Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt, Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame.

surface coating agents, gases, sweeteners — 37 E-codes: 30 Halal, 1 Haram, 6 Mushbooh

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Sources reviewed

Our E962 classification is checked against recognised halal certification bodies and mainstream Sunni scholarship before publishing. We do not treat community halal-status sites as authoritative.

HMC — Halal Monitoring Committee (UK)
HFA — Halal Food Authority (UK)
JAKIM — Dept. of Islamic Development (Malaysia)
MUI / LPPOM — Indonesian Ulema Council
IFANCA — Islamic Food & Nutrition Council (USA)
IslamQA — Sunni fatwa reference

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

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