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Typical source

Green plants

Plain-language explanation

E141, or copper chlorophyllins, is a green food coloring derived from natural chlorophyll, the pigment that makes plants green, which is then stabilized with copper. It is generally considered halal because it is made from plant sources and does not involve animal products or alcohol in its production. Major halal certification bodies like JAKIM, MUI, and MUIS approve E141 as halal, provided the copper used is pure and the manufacturing process is free from contamination with non-halal substances. Therefore, it is safe for Muslim consumers unless specifically advised otherwise by a certifying authority.