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Is Sorbitan trioleate (E496) halal?

Emulsifier/fatty-acid derivative · additive

strict
Doubtful
mainstream
Doubtful
lenient
Halal
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Origin class: animal_possible. Sorbitan trioleate; oleic acid may be animal/vegetable. Correct (sorbitan ester family). [origin:animal_possible; OFF-vegan:yes]. Aggregation (origin-class — status), not scholar-ratified.

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Sources

SANHA additive guide — SANHA (South African National Halaal Authority)EU Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 — food additives register (identity) — EU food additives register (Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008)

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