E-Codes in Coffee Whiteners
8 additives commonly found in this food type
⚠️ 7 additives require source verification
Are Coffee Whiteners halal?
Coffee Whiteners commonly contain 8 food additives, of which 1 is Halal, 7 are Mushbooh and 0 are Haraam. E471 (Mono-and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids) and E473 (Sucrose Esters 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 Coffee Whiteners
These additives are the most important to verify before purchasing.
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: sucrose (plant sugar) + fatty acids (plant or animal)
Mushbooh - fatty acid source must be verified. Plant-derived fatty acids = halal.
Source: lactic acid (plant/fermentation)
The lactic acid component is generally halal. The stearic acid component requires verification - animal-derived stearic acid may be fro…
Verify the source before buying
7 additives in coffee whiteners 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 coffee whiteners:
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