E-code guide
E416Karaya Gum
HalalThickener
E416

Karaya Gum

Thickener

SANHA and MUIS all classify this as halal.
Based on 2 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

2 authorities on record
2say Halal

Why this verdict

E416 is karaya gum, a thickener and stabiliser from the sap of Sterculia trees, used in confectionery, dairy products, and bulk laxatives. SANHA and MUIS both classify E416 as halal. MUIS notes it occurs naturally in the trunk and stem of the tree Sterculia urens. E416 is halal.

Common questions

Is E416 halal?

Karaya Gum (E416) is classified halal. SANHA and MUIS classify it as halal.

What is E416 made from?

Karaya Gum (E416) is derived from plant sources.

Based on 2 cited authorities. Verdict may be revised as more positions are added.
Last reviewed by the HalalHQ research team in June 2026.
E416 Karaya Gum: Halal | HalalHQ E-code guide