E-code guide
E570Fatty Acids
DoubtfulAnticaking agent
E570

Fatty Acids

Glazing agent

SANHA, MUIS, and IFANCA all classify this as doubtful.
Based on 3 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

3 authorities on record
3say Doubtful
Saying Doubtful3 of 3
2
MUIS
MUIS Food Additive Listing (2016): Naturally occurring fatty acid found in all animal fats and vegetable oils. May be prepared synthetically for commercial use.
3
IFANCA
Listed among “questionable ingredients — investigate further” in IFANCA's Halal Shopper's Guide to Ingredients; the source may be animal or plant.

Why this verdict

E570 is stearic acid (octadecanoic acid), used as an emulsifier, binder, and anti-caking agent in supplements, confectionery, and spice mixes. SANHA classifies E570 as Mushbooh because the source can be animal fats, vegetable oils, or synthetic. MUIS marks E570 as syubhah, noting it is a naturally occurring fatty acid found in all animal fats and vegetable oils and may also be prepared synthetically. Because the source is rarely disclosed on the label, E570 is doubtful by default.

Common questions

Is E570 halal?

Fatty Acids (E570) is classified doubtful. SANHA, MUIS, and IFANCA classify it as doubtful.

Last reviewed by the HalalHQ research team in June 2026.