E-code guide
E160dLycopene
DoubtfulColorant
E160d
Lycopene
Red color
JAKIM Handbook 2010 and MUIS classify as doubtful; SANHA classifies as halal.
Based on 3 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.
What authorities say
3 authorities on record2say Doubtful1says Halal
Why this verdict
E160d is lycopene, the red carotenoid pigment found in tomatoes, used to colour beverages, sauces, and dessert products. SANHA classifies E160d as Halaal. JAKIM Handbook 2010 classifies E160d as Mushbooh, halal as a 100% dry colour but doubtful in liquid form where the solvent must also be halal. MUIS marks E160d as syubhah, noting it is a natural red colouring extracted from tomatoes. Because the carrier or solvent is not disclosed on the label, E160d is doubtful by default.
Food-safety note
Permitted as a food colour in Australia and New Zealand under the Food Standards Code (Schedule 15). The red pigment of tomatoes (lycopene); an antioxidant regarded as safe at the levels used in food. (Source: FSANZ; Food Standards Code Schedule 15.)
Common questions
Is E160d halal?
Lycopene (E160d) is classified doubtful. JAKIM Handbook 2010 and MUIS classify it as doubtful; SANHA classifies it as halal.
What is E160d made from?
Lycopene (E160d) is derived from plant sources.