E-code guide
E215Sodium Ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate
DoubtfulPreservative
E215
Sodium Ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate
Preservative
JAKIM Handbook 2010 classifies as doubtful; SANHA and MUIS classify as halal.
Based on 3 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.
What authorities say
3 authorities on record1says Doubtful2say Halal
Why this verdict
E215 is the sodium salt of ethyl para-hydroxybenzoate, a preservative used in some processed foods. SANHA classifies E215 as Halaal. JAKIM Handbook 2010 classifies E215 as Mushbooh, halal as a 100% dry powder but haram if alcohol is used as the solvent. MUIS lists E215 as halal, noting it is manufactured from benzoic acid (E210). Because the solvent is not disclosed on the label, E215 is doubtful by default.
Common questions
Is E215 halal?
Sodium Ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate (E215) is classified doubtful. JAKIM Handbook 2010 classifies it as doubtful; SANHA and MUIS classify it as halal.
What is E215 made from?
Sodium Ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate (E215) is produced synthetically.