E-code guide
E902Candelilla Wax
HalalGlazing agent
E902

Candelilla Wax

Glazing agent

SANHA classifies this as halal.
Based on 1 cited authority. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

1 authority on record
1says Halal
Saying Halal1 of 1

Why this verdict

E902 is candelilla wax, a glazing agent from the candelilla shrub, used to coat confectionery and chewing gum. SANHA classifies E902 as halal. SANHA is the only authority in our corpus to publish a position on this additive. It is plant-derived.

Common questions

Is E902 halal?

Candelilla Wax (E902) is classified halal. SANHA classifies it as halal.

What is E902 made from?

Candelilla Wax (E902) is derived from plant sources.

Only SANHA has a published position on this additive. The verdict is provisional until more authorities weigh in.
Last reviewed by the HalalHQ research team in May 2026.