Diphosphates

Emulsifier

Also known as Pyrophosphates, Disodium pyrophosphate, Tetrasodium pyrophosphate, Sodium acid pyrophosphate (SAPP), Diphosphate, Sodium Diphosphate, Sodium Pyrophosphate, Pyrophosphate, Disodium Diphosphate

SANHA and MUIS all classify this as halal.

Based on 2 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

2 authorities on record

2say Halal

Saying Halal2 of 2

SANHA

Source: synthetic chemical. Status: Halaal

MUIS

MUIS Food Additive Listing (2016): Sodium and potassium salt of phosphoric acid (E338).

Why this verdict

E450 is diphosphates, mineral salts used as raising agents, emulsifiers, and stabilisers in baked goods, processed cheese, and meat products. SANHA and MUIS both classify E450 as halal. MUIS notes they are sodium and potassium salts of phosphoric acid (E338). They are synthetic mineral salts, distinct from edible bone phosphate (E542), so E450 is halal.

Food-safety note

Permitted as a raising agent, emulsifier, and stabiliser in Australia and New Zealand under the Food Standards Code (Schedule 15). Diphosphates are widely used in baked goods and processed cheese; as with all phosphates, use is capped in many food categories because total dietary phosphate intake has been a focus of nutrition review. (Source: FSANZ; Food Standards Code Schedule 15.)

Common questions

Is E450 halal?

Diphosphates (E450) is classified halal. SANHA and MUIS classify it as halal.

What is E450 made from?

Diphosphates (E450) is a mineral. It is commonly found in Processed meats, baking powder, processed cheese, and canned seafood.

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

Found in

Processed meatsbaking powderprocessed cheesecanned seafoodinstant noodles