E-Codes in Sauces
34 additives commonly found in this food type
⚠️ 13 additives require source verification
Are Sauces halal?
Sauces commonly contain 34 food additives, of which 21 are Halal, 13 are Mushbooh and 0 are Haraam. E140 (Chlorophyll) and E161A (Flavoxanthin) 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 Sauces
These additives are the most important to verify before purchasing.
Source: plant leaves (spinach, nettles, grass) - extracted using organic solvents
The pigment itself is plant-derived and halal. However, alcohol-based solvents are commonly used in extraction, which makes the final pro…
Source: natural plant pigment - extraction may use organic solvents
Natural pigment but extraction method determines halal status. Alcohol-based extraction = mushbooh. Water or oil extraction = halal. Veri…
Source: red beetroot (plant)
Plant-derived. Halal if extracted with water. Mushbooh if alcohol-based solvents used. Most commercial production uses water extraction …
Verify the source before buying
13 additives in sauces 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 sauces:
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