E-code guide
E407Carrageenan
HalalThickener
E407
Carrageenan
Thickener
Also known as Carrageen, Irish moss extract, Chondrus crispus extract, Carraghénanes, Carraghénane
SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, IFANCA + MUI, and MUIS all classify this as halal.
Based on 4 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.
What authorities say
4 authorities on record4say Halal
Saying Halal4 of 4
Why this verdict
E407 is carrageenan, a thickener and gelling agent extracted from red seaweed, used in dairy products, plant milks, and processed meats. SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, IFANCA, and MUIS all classify E407 as halal. MUIS notes it occurs naturally in red seaweeds of the Gigartinaceae, Solieriaceae, Hypnaceae, and Furcellariaceae families. E407 is halal.
Food-safety note
Permitted as a thickener and gelling agent in Australia and New Zealand under the Food Standards Code (Schedule 15). Extracted from red seaweed; food-grade carrageenan is regarded as safe at the levels used in food. (Source: FSANZ; Food Standards Code Schedule 15.)
Common questions
Is E407 halal?
Carrageenan (E407) is classified halal. SANHA, JAKIM Handbook 2010, IFANCA + MUI, and MUIS classify it as halal.
What is E407 made from?
Carrageenan (E407) is derived from plant sources. It is commonly found in Dairy products (milk, ice cream, cream), and plant-based milks.
Found in
Dairy products (milkice creamcream)plant-based milksprocessed meatsgummy candiesinfant formula