E966
surface coating agents, gases, sweetenersLactitol
What should I do with this product?
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
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Scan a substitute product →About E966
A sugar alcohol, Halal if obtained from Halal whey or lactose. If animal rennet is used to make whey and lactose then lactitol is not Halal.
Verification Required
This additive's halal status depends on its source. Check the product label for a halal certification mark, or contact the manufacturer directly.
What is E966 made from?
- hydrogenation of lactose (milk sugar - dairy)
Foods that commonly contain E966
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
Mushbooh - derived from lactose (milk). Halal if from permissible dairy sources. Dairy itself is halal so most scholars consider lactitol halal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E966 (Lactitol) halal?
E966 (Lactitol) is classified as Mushbooh (Questionable). Source-dependent and requires verification. This additive may be derived from either halal (plant/synthetic) or haraam (animal) sources. Always check the product label or contact the manufacturer to verify the source.
What is E966 used for?
E966 is used as a sweetener - sugar alcohol with mild sweetness in food products.
What foods contain E966?
E966 (Lactitol) is commonly found in: sugar-free confectionery, dietary foods, laxative formulations.
What is E966 made from?
E966 can be derived from the following sources: hydrogenation of lactose (milk sugar - dairy).
What are the other names for E966?
E966 may appear on food labels as: Lactitol.
surface coating agents, gases, sweeteners category - 31 E-codes total: 24 Halal, 2 Haraam, 5 Mushbooh.
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