Acesulfame K

Artificial sweetener

Also known as Acesulfame-K, Acésulfame K

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): Potassium salt of 6-methyl-1,2,3-oxathiazin-4(3H)-1,2,2-dioxide.

Why this verdict

E950 is acesulfame K (acesulfame potassium), a synthetic high-intensity sweetener used in sugar-free drinks, desserts, and tabletop sweeteners. SANHA and MUIS both classify E950 as halal. MUIS notes it is the potassium salt of 6-methyl-1,2,3-oxathiazin-4(3H)-1,2,2-dioxide. E950 is halal.

Common questions

Is E950 halal?

Acesulfame K (E950) is classified halal. SANHA and MUIS classify it as halal.

What is E950 made from?

Acesulfame K (E950) is produced synthetically.

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