E-code guide
E160eBeta-apo-8-carotenal
DoubtfulColorant
E160e
Beta-apo-8-carotenal
Orange 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
Saying Doubtful2 of 3
Saying Halal1 of 3
Why this verdict
E160e is beta-apo-8-carotenal, a synthetic carotenoid giving an orange-red colour to beverages, sauces, and confectionery. SANHA classifies E160e as Halaal. JAKIM Handbook 2010 classifies E160e as Mushbooh, halal as a dry powder or with a vegetable-oil solvent but haram if pork gelatin is used as a hidden carrier. MUIS marks E160e as syubhah, noting it is a synthetic orange to yellowish-red colouring. Because the carrier is not disclosed on the label, E160e is doubtful by default.
Food-safety note
Permitted as a food colour in Australia and New Zealand under the Food Standards Code (Schedule 15), subject to maximum permitted levels. A carotenoid pigment assessed safe by JECFA at permitted levels. (Source: FSANZ; Food Standards Code Schedule 15.)
Common questions
Is E160e halal?
Beta-apo-8-carotenal (E160e) is classified doubtful. JAKIM Handbook 2010 and MUIS classify it as doubtful; SANHA classifies it as halal.
What is E160e made from?
Beta-apo-8-carotenal (E160e) is derived from plant sources.