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E283Potassium Propionate
HalalPreservative
E283

Potassium Propionate

Preservative

MUIS classifies as doubtful; SANHA and JAKIM Handbook 2010 classify as halal.
Based on 3 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

3 authorities on record
1says Doubtful2say Halal

Why this verdict

E283 is potassium propionate, the potassium salt of propionic acid, used as a preservative in baked goods. SANHA and JAKIM Handbook 2010 both classify E283 as halal. MUIS marks E283 as syubhah, noting it is the potassium salt of propionic acid (E280). On the classification of SANHA and JAKIM, E283 is halal.

Common questions

Is E283 halal?

Potassium Propionate (E283) is classified halal. MUIS classifies it as doubtful; SANHA and JAKIM Handbook 2010 classify it as halal.

What is E283 made from?

Potassium Propionate (E283) is produced synthetically.

Last reviewed by the HalalHQ research team in June 2026.