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Glazing agent, gas or sweetener

Is E999 (Quillaia Extract) halal?

Source-dependent. Quillaia (soap bark tree) extract itself is plant-derived, but some manufacturers use alcohol (ethanol) as an extraction solvent -- check whether residual alcohol survives processing for your specific product.

Source-dependentDoubtful until the source is known (mashbooh)

Source-dependent. Quillaia (soap bark tree) extract itself is plant-derived, but some manufacturers use alcohol (ethanol) as an extraction solvent -- check whether residual alcohol survives processing for your specific product.

Source

Soap bark tree but extract is extracted with alcohol.
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-numberE999
NameQuillaia Extract
Additive classGlazing agent, gas or sweetener
ClassificationSource-dependent
Last verified2026-08-21

Common questions

Is E999 (Quillaia Extract) halal?

Quillaia Extract is classified as Source-dependent. Source-dependent. Quillaia (soap bark tree) extract itself is plant-derived, but some manufacturers use alcohol (ethanol) as an extraction solvent -- check whether residual alcohol survives processing for your specific product.

Is Quillaia Extract halal or haram?

On the evidence cited on this page, Quillaia Extract 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 E999?

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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