Miscellaneous additive

Is E1200 (Polydextrose) halal?

E1200 (Polydextrose) has a doubtful status — its source can vary, so verify before consuming.

Source-dependentDoubtful until the source is known (mashbooh)

E1200 (Polydextrose) has a doubtful status — its source can vary, so verify before consuming.

What the sources say

E1200 (Polydextrose) has a doubtful status — its source can vary, so verify before consuming.
Source Dependent Manufactured from glucose, citric acid and sorbitol EcodeHalalCheck (secondary aggregator · grade C: secondary reference · accessed 2026-08-21)
Listed under HALAL: Grain and Plant based Ingredients in the World of Islam food ingredient list.
Verified Halal Classified halal as a grain/plant-based ingredient per this list; check any parenthetical source condition noted. World of Islam (secondary aggregator · grade C: secondary reference · accessed 2026-08-21)

Quick facts

E-numberE1200
NamePolydextrose
Additive classMiscellaneous additive
ClassificationSource-dependent
Last verified2026-08-21

Common questions

Is E1200 (Polydextrose) halal?

Polydextrose is classified as Source-dependent. E1200 (Polydextrose) has a doubtful status — its source can vary, so verify before consuming.

Is Polydextrose halal or haram?

On the evidence cited on this page, Polydextrose is source-dependent. Doubtful until the source is known (mashbooh) Every position is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a link, so you can verify it directly.

Why isn't there a single yes/no answer for E1200?

Because the ruling depends on information the label does not carry — the source material, the production route, or which scholarly position you follow. This page shows each named position with a link so you can check it yourself.

Where does this page's information come from?

Every position on this page is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a direct link, listed under 'What the sources say'. Muttoo aggregates and cites; it does not issue rulings.

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