Polydextrose

Bulking agent

Also known as Soluble Fibre (Polydextrose)

MUIS classifies as doubtful; SANHA classifies as halal.

Based on 2 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

2 authorities on record

1says Doubtful1says Halal

Saying Doubtful1 of 2

MUIS

MUIS Food Additive Listing (2016): Manufactured from glucose, citric acid and sorbitol.

Saying Halal1 of 2

SANHA

Status: Halaal

Why this verdict

E1200 is polydextrose, a bulking agent and fibre made from glucose, used in reduced-sugar and reduced-fat foods. SANHA classifies E1200 as halal. MUIS marks E1200 as syubhah, noting it is manufactured from glucose, citric acid, and sorbitol. On SANHA’s classification, E1200 is halal.

Common questions

Is E1200 halal?

Polydextrose (E1200) is classified halal. MUIS classifies it as doubtful; SANHA classifies it as halal.

What is E1200 made from?

Polydextrose (E1200) is derived from plant sources.

Based on 2 cited authorities. Verdict may be revised as more positions are added.