Emulsifiers are substances that help mix ingredients that normally don't combine well, such as oil and water, creating a stable and uniform mixture. They are commonly used in food products like margarine, ice cream, chocolate and baked goods.

Emulsifiers can be derived from plants, animals or synthetic sources. There is no definite halal or non-halal emulsifier based on the E-number alone. For example, E471 can be halal or non-halal depending on its source and manufacturing process. Emulsifiers can be derived from plants, animals or synthetic sources. Whether an emulsifier is halal depends on its source and manufacturing process. For example, emulsifiers derived from plant or synthetic sources are generally halal, whilst those derived from animal sources require verification of halal slaughter methods.

For more information on emulsifiers and other food additives, you may wish to visit our food additive listing at https://isomer-user-content.by.gov.sg/48/15766cc5-7b0d-4df0-938e-e61f1cb2b91e/FOOD%20ADDITIVE%20LISTING%205.pdf