E-code guide
E232Sodium Orthophenyl Phenol
HalalPreservative
E232

Sodium Orthophenyl Phenol

Preservative

SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, and MUIS all classify this as halal.
Based on 3 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

3 authorities on record
3say Halal

Why this verdict

E232 is sodium orthophenyl phenol, the sodium salt form of the citrus-skin surface preservative E231. SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, and MUIS all classify E232 as halal. MUIS notes it is synthetically produced. E232 is halal.

Common questions

Is E232 halal?

Sodium Orthophenyl Phenol (E232) is classified halal. SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, and MUIS classify it as halal.

What is E232 made from?

Sodium Orthophenyl Phenol (E232) is produced synthetically.

Last reviewed by the HalalHQ research team in June 2026.