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E-number E451 · Emulsifiers & thickeners
Triphosphates
Halal
- Typical source
- Mineral
- Plain-language explanation
- E451, or Triphosphates, are salts used as food additives to retain moisture and improve texture in processed foods like seafood and canned meats. They are typically produced from phosphate rocks, a mineral source, which is generally considered halal. However, if derived from animal bones, the halal status depends on whether the animal was slaughtered according to Islamic law, so certification from bodies like JAKIM or MUI is necessary to confirm the source.