E-code guide
E202Potassium Sorbate
HalalPreservative
E202
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Also known as Sorbic acid potassium salt, BB powder, Potassium 2, 4-hexadienoate, Potassium Sorbate Preservative, Preservative Potassium Sorbate, Sorbate de Potassium
SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, IFANCA + MUI, and MUIS all classify this as halal.
Based on 4 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.
What authorities say
4 authorities on record4say Halal
Saying Halal4 of 4
Why this verdict
E202 is potassium sorbate, the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a widely used preservative in cheese, baked goods, and dried fruit. SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, IFANCA, and MUIS all classify E202 as halal. MUIS notes it is manufactured by neutralisation of sorbic acid (E200). E202 is halal.
Food-safety note
Permitted as a preservative in Australia and New Zealand under the Food Standards Code (Schedule 15), subject to maximum permitted levels. The potassium salt of sorbic acid (E200), used to control mould and yeast; well tolerated, with occasional mild skin irritation reported at high concentrations. (Source: FSANZ; Food Standards Code Schedule 15.)
Common questions
Is E202 halal?
Potassium Sorbate (E202) is classified halal. SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, IFANCA + MUI, and MUIS classify it as halal.
What is E202 made from?
Potassium Sorbate (E202) is produced synthetically. It is commonly found in Cheese, dried fruit, baked goods, and wine.
Found in
Cheesedried fruitbaked goodswinesoft drinksdipsdressingsfillings