E260 is acetic acid, the acid component of vinegar, used as a preservative and acidity regulator in pickles, sauces, and condiments. SANHA and JAKIM Handbook 2010 both classify E260 as halal. MUIS marks E260 as syubhah, noting it is manufactured from methanol and carbon monoxide, and that the acetic acid in vinegar may be produced by the action of the bacterium Acetobacter on alcohol. On the classification of SANHA and JAKIM, E260 is halal.

Food-safety note

Permitted as a preservative and acidity regulator in Australia and New Zealand under the Food Standards Code (Schedule 15), at good manufacturing practice. The acid of vinegar; regarded as safe at the levels used in food. (Source: FSANZ; Food Standards Code Schedule 15.)

Common questions

Is E260 halal?

Acetic Acid (E260) is classified halal. MUIS classifies it as doubtful; SANHA and JAKIM Handbook 2010 classify it as halal.

What is E260 made from?

Acetic Acid (E260) is derived from plant sources. It is commonly found in Pickle products, sauces, condiments, and dressings.

Found in

Pickle productssaucescondimentsdressingsmayonnaisebreadprocessed meats