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Emulsifier, thickener or gelling agent

Is E496 (Sorbitan Trioleate) halal?

Source-dependent. May be derived from halal (plant/synthetic) or haram (animal) sources. Verify with the manufacturer or look for halal certification.

Source-dependentDoubtful until the source is known (mashbooh)

Source-dependent. May be derived from halal (plant/synthetic) or haram (animal) sources. Verify with the manufacturer or look for halal certification.

Source

E-number 496 is sorbitan trioleate emulsifiers and stabilizers - salts or esters of fatty acids. Suitable for vegetarian label indicates that only vegetable fat is used as a source
Source Dependent HalalCodeCheck (certifier reference table · accessed 2026-08-21)

Classification as published in the Halal Authority India food ingredient numbers reference, the additive table used by halal certifiers across South Asia. Cross-checked against the IFANCA Halal Shopper's Guide.

Quick facts

E-numberE496
NameSorbitan Trioleate
Additive classEmulsifier, thickener or gelling agent
ClassificationSource-dependent
Last verified2026-08-21

Common questions

Is E496 (Sorbitan Trioleate) halal?

Sorbitan Trioleate is classified as Source-dependent. Source-dependent. May be derived from halal (plant/synthetic) or haram (animal) sources. Verify with the manufacturer or look for halal certification.

Is Sorbitan Trioleate halal or haram?

On the evidence cited on this page, Sorbitan Trioleate 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 E496?

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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