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Is Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids Halal?

Also known as: E471, Monoglycerides, Diglycerides, Glyceryl monostearate, GMS

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? Mushbooh (Doubtful)

Source & Ruling

SourceHalal Ruling
Plant DerivedHalal — from vegetable oils (soy, palm, sunflower, rapeseed)
Animal Derived HalalHalal — from halal-slaughtered animal fat
Pork DerivedHaram — from pork fat

Detailed Explanation

E471 is one of the most commonly questioned food additives among Muslims. These emulsifiers can be derived from either animal fat (including pork) or vegetable oil. The source is almost never specified on food labels. They are extremely widely used in processed foods. In Europe, plant-based sources are becoming more common due to vegetarian/vegan demand, but animal sources are still used.

How to Identify

Listed as 'E471', 'mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids', 'monoglycerides', or 'emulsifier (E471)'. If the product is marked 'suitable for vegetarians' or 'vegan', the E471 is plant-derived.

Halal Alternatives

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids halal or haram?+
The halal status of Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids is classified as Mushbooh (Doubtful). E471 is one of the most commonly questioned food additives among Muslims. These emulsifiers can be derived from either animal fat (including pork) or vegetable oil. The source is almost never specifie...
What is Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids made from?+
Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids can come from the following sources: Plant Derived, Animal Derived Halal, Pork Derived. E471 is one of the most commonly questioned food additives among Muslims. These emulsifiers can be derived from either animal fat (including pork) or ...
What are halal alternatives to Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids?+
Halal alternatives to Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids include: Soy lecithin (E322), Sunflower lecithin, Plant-derived E471 (from certified vegan/vegetarian products).