Halal Ingredient Checker
Not sure if an ingredient in your food is halal? Search any ingredient, additive or E-number to see whether it is halal, haram or doubtful, with a short explanation of the ruling so you can shop and eat with confidence.
How to use
- Type the ingredient name or E-number in the search box.
- Tap any result to read the full explanation.
- Use the Halal / Doubtful / Haram buttons to browse by category.
Good to know
- An E-number can come from different sources, so always check the product's halal certification too.
- “Doubtful” means scholars differ — when in doubt, choose the clearly halal option.
- New products appear all the time, so re-check unfamiliar items before buying.
- A certification logo on the packaging is the strongest proof for processed foods.
Note
Rulings here follow widely accepted views, but scholars differ on several doubtful items (such as gelatin, cochineal and vanilla). When in doubt, look for a trusted halal certification mark on the product and ask your local scholar about items you are unsure of.