E-code guide
E903Carnauba Wax
HalalGlazing agent
E903
Carnauba Wax
Glazing agent
Also known as Brazil wax, Palm wax, Copernicia prunifera wax
SANHA and MUIS all classify this as halal.
Based on 2 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.
What authorities say
2 authorities on record2say Halal
Why this verdict
E903 is carnauba wax, a glazing agent from the leaves of the carnauba palm, used to coat confectionery, fruit, and supplements. SANHA and MUIS both classify E903 as halal. MUIS notes it is obtained from the leaves of Copernicia cerifera, a Brazilian wax palm. E903 is halal.
Food-safety note
Permitted as a glazing agent in Australia and New Zealand under the Food Standards Code (Schedule 15), at good manufacturing practice. A natural wax from the carnauba palm used to coat confectionery and fruit; regarded as safe and passes through the body undigested. (Source: FSANZ; Food Standards Code Schedule 15.)
Common questions
Is E903 halal?
Carnauba Wax (E903) is classified halal. SANHA and MUIS classify it as halal.
What is E903 made from?
Carnauba Wax (E903) is derived from plant sources. It is commonly found in Confectionery glazing, chewing gum, fruit coatings, and capsule polishing.
Based on 2 cited authorities. Verdict may be revised as more positions are added.
Found in
Confectionery glazingchewing gumfruit coatingscapsule polishingvitamin tablets