E-Codes in Baby Food
6 additives commonly found in this food type
⚠️ 2 additives require source verification
Is Baby Food halal?
Baby Food commonly contains 6 food additives, of which 4 are Halal, 2 are Mushbooh and 0 are Haraam. E101 (Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)) and E306 (Natural Extracts rich in Tocopherols) require source verification - the same additive can be plant-derived (halal) or animal-derived (haraam) depending on the manufacturer. Look for a halal certification logo or contact the brand directly.
Key concerns in Baby Food
These additives are the most important to verify before purchasing.
Source: synthetic
Source: extracted from vegetable oils (soy, sunflower, palm)
Plant-derived - generally halal. Mushbooh if alcohol-based solvents used in extraction. 'Suitable for vegetarians' indicates plant source.
Verify the source before buying
2 additives in baby food are source-dependent. The label alone is insufficient - you need to know whether the additive was derived from plant, animal, or synthetic sources.
💡 "Suitable for vegetarians" is a useful shortcut - it typically rules out pork-derived fats and animal-derived gelatine.
Related Food Categories
These food types share E-codes with baby food:
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