E-code guide
E219Sodium Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate
DoubtfulPreservative
E219
Sodium Methyl 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
E219 is the sodium salt of methyl para-hydroxybenzoate, a preservative used in processed foods. SANHA classifies E219 as Halaal. JAKIM Handbook 2010 classifies E219 as Mushbooh, halal as a 100% dry powder but haram if alcohol is used as the solvent. MUIS lists E219 as halal, noting it is manufactured from benzoic acid (E210). Because the solvent is not disclosed on the label, E219 is doubtful by default.
Common questions
Is E219 halal?
Sodium Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate (E219) is classified doubtful. JAKIM Handbook 2010 classifies it as doubtful; SANHA and MUIS classify it as halal.
What is E219 made from?
Sodium Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate (E219) is produced synthetically.