E-Codes in Chocolate
5 additives commonly found in this food type
⚠️ 4 additives require source verification
Is Chocolate halal?
Chocolate commonly contains 5 food additives, of which 1 is Halal, 4 are Mushbooh and 0 are Haraam. E325 (Sodium Lactate) and E471 (Mono-and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids) 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 Chocolate
These additives are the most important to verify before purchasing.
Source: fermentation of plant sugars
Mushbooh - halal if from plant fermentation. Contact manufacturer to confirm non-dairy source.
Source: vegetable oils (plant - palm, soya, sunflower)
This is one of the most disputed E-codes. If derived from vegetable or synthetic sources it is halal. If derived from animal fat (particu…
Source: rapeseed/canola oil (plant)
Usually vegetable oil-derived - generally halal. 'Suitable for vegetarians' confirms plant source.
Verify the source before buying
4 additives in chocolate 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 chocolate:
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