E-code guide
E470bMagnesium Fatty Acid Salts
DoubtfulEmulsifier
E470b
Magnesium Fatty Acid Salts
Emulsifier
SANHA and IFANCA + MUI all classify this as doubtful.
Based on 2 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.
What authorities say
2 authorities on record2say Doubtful
Saying Doubtful2 of 2
2
IFANCA + MUI
Mushbooh. Halal if vegetable-sourced stearic acid, haram if animal-derived
Why this verdict
E470b is magnesium salts of fatty acids (magnesium stearate), used as an emulsifier and anti-caking agent in supplements and powdered foods. SANHA classifies E470b as Mushbooh because the fatty-acid source must be verified. IFANCA and MUI classify it as Mushbooh: halal if vegetable-sourced, haram if animal tallow. The source is rarely disclosed on labels. Without that information the additive defaults to doubtful unless the product carries halal certification.
Common questions
Is E470b halal?
Magnesium Fatty Acid Salts (E470b) is classified doubtful. SANHA and IFANCA + MUI classify it as doubtful.
Based on 2 cited authorities. Verdict may be revised as more positions are added.