E-code guide
E954Saccharin
HalalSweetener
E954

Saccharin

Artificial sweetener

SANHA, ANIC 2018, and MUIS all classify this as halal.
Based on 3 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

3 authorities on record
3say Halal

Why this verdict

E954 is saccharin and its salts, a synthetic high-intensity sweetener used in tabletop sweeteners and diet foods. SANHA, ANIC 2018, and MUIS all classify E954 as halal. MUIS notes it is manufactured by many different methods. E954 is halal.

Common questions

Is E954 halal?

Saccharin (E954) is classified halal. SANHA, ANIC 2018, and MUIS classify it as halal.

What is E954 made from?

Saccharin (E954) is produced synthetically.

Last reviewed by the HalalHQ research team in June 2026.