E223 is sodium metabisulphite, a preservative and antioxidant used in dried fruit, wine, and processed potato products. SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, and MUIS all classify E223 as halal. MUIS notes it is the sodium salt of sulphurous acid. E223 is halal.

Food-safety note

Permitted as a preservative and antioxidant in Australia and New Zealand under the Food Standards Code (Schedule 15), subject to maximum permitted levels. Sulphites can trigger asthma and other reactions in sensitive people, so they must be declared on the label whenever present at 10 mg/kg or more. (Source: FSANZ; Food Standards Code Schedule 15.)

Common questions

Is E223 halal?

Sodium Metabisulphite (E223) is classified halal. SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, and MUIS classify it as halal.

What is E223 made from?

Sodium Metabisulphite (E223) is a mineral. It is commonly found in Wine, dried fruit, brined vegetables, and fruit juices.

Found in

Winedried fruitbrined vegetablesfruit juicesprocessed potato productsseafood