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E-number E927B · Glazing agents
Carbamide (urea)
Halal
- Typical source
- Synthetic
- Plain-language explanation
- E927B, also known as carbamide or urea, is a nitrogen compound naturally found in urine and also synthetically produced for use as a leavening agent in baked goods. Its halal status depends entirely on its source, as urea derived from human or animal sources is generally considered haram, while chemically synthesized urea is halal. Major halal certification bodies like JAKIM, MUI, and MUIS only approve E927B when it is synthetically manufactured and free from any animal-derived contaminants.