INS 150(A-D)
ColorCaramel Color/with chemicals
Halal
Is INS 150(A-D) (Caramel Color) halal?
Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What to do
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
Where is INS 150(A-D) used?
INS (International Numbering System) codes are maintained by the Codex Alimentarius Commission and used on food labels in many countries outside the EU. You will commonly see INS 150(A-D) on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E150(A-D). The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E150(A-D)
INS 150(A-D) and E150(A-D) refer to the same food additive — Caramel Color/with chemicals. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E150(A-D) on the label instead.
See full E150(A-D) halal guide →About INS 150(A-D)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 150(A-D) (Caramel Color/with chemicals) halal?
INS 150(A-D) (Caramel Color/with chemicals) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 150(A-D) used for?
INS 150(A-D) is a food additive in the Color category.
What is the difference between INS 150(A-D) and E150(A-D)?
INS 150(A-D) and E150(A-D) are the same additive — Caramel Color/with chemicals. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E150(A-D)) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
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