E-code guide
E332Potassium Citrates
HalalAcidity regulator
E332

Potassium Citrates

Acidity regulator

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

E332 is potassium citrate, a salt of citric acid used as an acidity regulator and stabiliser in beverages and low-sodium foods. SANHA and JAKIM Handbook 2010 both classify E332 as halal. MUIS marks E332 as syubhah, noting it is the potassium salt of citric acid (E330). On the classification of SANHA and JAKIM, E332 is halal.

Common questions

Is E332 halal?

Potassium Citrates (E332) is classified halal. MUIS classifies it as doubtful; SANHA and JAKIM Handbook 2010 classify it as halal.

What is E332 made from?

Potassium Citrates (E332) is derived from plant sources.

Last reviewed by the HalalHQ research team in June 2026.