Sodium Hydroxide

Acidity regulator

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

Status: Halaal

MUIS

MUIS Food Additive Listing (2016): Prepared by electrolysis from brine, or precipitated from sodium carbonate and lime solution.

Why this verdict

E524 is sodium hydroxide (caustic soda), an acidity regulator used in cocoa processing, pretzels, and olive curing. SANHA and MUIS both classify E524 as halal. MUIS notes it is prepared by electrolysis from brine, or precipitated from sodium carbonate and lime solution. E524 is halal.

Common questions

Is E524 halal?

Sodium Hydroxide (E524) is classified halal. SANHA and MUIS classify it as halal.

What is E524 made from?

Sodium Hydroxide (E524) is a mineral.

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