Is Carotenes halal?
Depends on the source
The colour itself is plant-based or synthetic, but it is often sold in gelatine-based beadlets. Halal if the carrier is not gelatine (or is halal gelatine).
- E-number
- E160a
- Used as
- Colour (orange)
- Possible sources
- Carrots, palm oil, algae or synthetic; carrier may be gelatine
- Also called
- beta-carotene, mixed carotenes
The colour itself is plant-based or synthetic, but it is often sold in gelatine-based beadlets. Halal if the carrier is not gelatine (or is halal gelatine).
General guidance only, based on published research and evidence. Check the manufacturer or a halal certificate to be sure.
