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E-number E460 · Emulsifiers & thickeners
Cellulose
Halal
- Typical source
- Wood pulp, cotton
- Plain-language explanation
- E460, or cellulose, is a natural fiber found in the cell walls of all plants, like fruits, vegetables, and wood, and is used as a thickener or anti-caking agent. Since it is derived from plant sources, cellulose is universally considered halal by major certification bodies like JAKIM, MUI, MUIS, ESMA, and HFA. Its halal status is not dependent on the source because it does not come from animal origins.