Emulsifier, thickener or gelling agent

Is E418 (Gellan Gum) halal?

Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.

HalalPermissible — origin and process documented

Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.

What the sources say

A polysaccharide gum produced by bacteria.

Verified Halal Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients. HalalCodeCheck (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-number	E418
Name	Gellan Gum
Additive class	Emulsifier, thickener or gelling agent
Classification	Verified halal
Last verified	2026-08-21

Common questions

Is E418 (Gellan Gum) halal?

Gellan Gum is classified as Verified halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.

Is Gellan Gum halal or haram?

On the evidence cited on this page, Gellan Gum is verified halal. Permissible — origin and process documented Every position is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a link, so you can verify it directly.

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