E-code guide
E327Calcium Lactate
DoubtfulAcidity regulator
E327
Calcium Lactate
Acidity regulator
JAKIM Handbook 2010 and MUIS classify as doubtful; SANHA classifies as halal.
Based on 3 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.
What authorities say
3 authorities on record2say Doubtful1says Halal
Why this verdict
E327 is calcium lactate, a calcium salt of lactic acid used as an acidity regulator, firming agent, and calcium fortifier. SANHA classifies E327 as Halaal. JAKIM Handbook 2010 rules E327 halal only when the lactic acid is from a non-dairy source and the calcium is from a mineral source. MUIS marks E327 as syubhah, noting it is the calcium salt of lactic acid (E270). Because that source is rarely disclosed on the label, E327 is doubtful by default.
Common questions
Is E327 halal?
Calcium Lactate (E327) is classified doubtful. JAKIM Handbook 2010 and MUIS classify it as doubtful; SANHA classifies it as halal.
What is E327 made from?
Calcium Lactate (E327) is derived from plant sources.