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Typical source

Synthetic dye

Plain-language explanation

E104, or Quinoline Yellow, is a synthetic food coloring used to give foods a bright yellow or greenish-yellow hue. Since it is a man-made chemical produced from coal tar or petroleum, its halal status is generally considered acceptable by major certification bodies like JAKIM, MUI, and MUIS as it does not contain animal-derived ingredients. However, some scholars advise caution due to potential health concerns, but its source is typically not a halal issue.