E-numbers · Glazing agent
Halal glazing agents: E-number list
5 glazing agents checked: 5 halal, 0 doubtful and 0 haram.
Glazing agents give sweets and fruit their shine. Shellac (E904) comes from lac insects and beeswax (E901) from bees; most certifiers accept both, but some people prefer to avoid them.
| Code | Name | Status |
|---|---|---|
| E901 | Beeswax | Halal |
| E902 | Candelilla wax | Halal |
| E903 | Carnauba wax | Halal |
| E904 | Shellac | Halal |
| E905 | Microcrystalline wax | Halal |