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E-number E466 · Emulsifiers & thickeners
Carboxymethylcellulose
Halal
- Typical source
- Plant cellulose
- Plain-language explanation
- E466, or Carboxymethylcellulose, is a synthetic thickener and stabilizer made from plant cellulose, usually from wood pulp or cotton. Since it is derived from plant sources and does not involve animal products, it is generally considered halal by major certification bodies like JAKIM, MUI, and MUIS. Its halal status is not dependent on the source because the raw material is always plant-based, making it suitable for Muslim consumers.