Polysorbate 20

Emulsifier

MUIS classifies as doubtful; SANHA classifies as halal.

Based on 2 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

2 authorities on record

1says Doubtful1says Halal

Saying Doubtful1 of 2

MUIS

MUIS Food Additive Listing (2016): Lauric ester of sorbitol and sorbitol anhydride.

Saying Halal1 of 2

SANHA

Halaal

Why this verdict

E432 is polysorbate 20 (polyoxyethylene sorbitan monolaurate), an emulsifier used in ice cream, salad dressings, and gelatin desserts. SANHA classifies E432 as halal. MUIS marks E432 as syubhah, noting it is the lauric ester of sorbitol and sorbitol anhydride. On SANHA’s classification, E432 is halal.

Common questions

Is E432 halal?

Polysorbate 20 (E432) is classified halal. MUIS classifies it as doubtful; SANHA classifies it as halal.

Based on 2 cited authorities. Verdict may be revised as more positions are added.