Malic Acid

Acidity regulator

Also known as Malic

SANHA and MUIS all classify this as halal.

Based on 2 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

2 authorities on record

2say Halal

Saying Halal2 of 2

SANHA

Status: Halaal

MUIS

MUIS Food Additive Listing (2016): Commercially synthesised by means of heating malic with sulphuric acid.

Why this verdict

E296 is malic acid, an acid found naturally in apples and other fruit, used as a preservative and acidity regulator in beverages, confectionery, and fruit products. SANHA classifies E296 as halal. MUIS also lists E296 as halal, noting it is commercially synthesised by heating maleic acid with sulphuric acid. E296 is halal.

Common questions

Is E296 halal?

Malic Acid (E296) is classified halal. SANHA and MUIS classify it as halal.

What is E296 made from?

Malic Acid (E296) is derived from plant sources.

Based on 2 cited authorities. Verdict may be revised as more positions are added.