Tara Gum

Thickener

SANHA classifies this as halal.

Based on 1 cited authority. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

1 authority on record

1says Halal

Saying Halal1 of 1

SANHA

Status: Halaal

Why this verdict

E417 is tara gum, a thickener and stabiliser from the seeds of the tara shrub, used in dairy and dessert products. SANHA classifies E417 as Halaal. SANHA is the only authority in the source corpus to publish a position on this gum. It is plant-derived.

Common questions

Is E417 halal?

Tara Gum (E417) is classified halal. SANHA classifies it as halal.

What is E417 made from?

Tara Gum (E417) is derived from plant sources.

Only SANHA has a published position on this additive. The verdict is provisional until more authorities weigh in.