E-code guide
E302Calcium Ascorbate
DoubtfulAntioxidant
E302
Calcium Ascorbate
Antioxidant
JAKIM Handbook 2010 classifies as doubtful; SANHA and MUIS classify as halal.
Based on 3 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.
What authorities say
3 authorities on record1says Doubtful2say Halal
Why this verdict
E302 is calcium ascorbate, a calcium salt of vitamin C used as an antioxidant in cured meats, fruit products, and supplements. SANHA classifies E302 as Halaal. JAKIM Handbook 2010 classifies E302 as Mushbooh, halal when the calcium is from mineral sources but doubtful when it is from bones. MUIS lists E302 as halal, noting it is the synthetic calcium salt of ascorbic acid (E300). Because the calcium source is not disclosed on the label, E302 is doubtful by default.
Common questions
Is E302 halal?
Calcium Ascorbate (E302) is classified doubtful. JAKIM Handbook 2010 classifies it as doubtful; SANHA and MUIS classify it as halal.
What is E302 made from?
Calcium Ascorbate (E302) is produced synthetically.