E-code guide
E261Potassium Acetate
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E261

Potassium Acetate

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

E261 is potassium acetate, the potassium salt of acetic acid, used as a preservative and acidity regulator. SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, and MUIS all classify E261 as halal. MUIS notes it is the potassium salt of acetic acid (E260). E261 is halal.

Common questions

Is E261 halal?

Potassium Acetate (E261) is classified halal. SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, and MUIS classify it as halal.

What is E261 made from?

Potassium Acetate (E261) is produced synthetically.

Last reviewed by the HalalHQ research team in June 2026.