What is E1204?
E1204 is Pullulan, a food additive used as a glazing agent. Plant/microbial. Used for vegetarian capsules.
Also written as: INS 1204, E-1204, E 1204. INS is the international numbering system used outside Europe, including on labels in Asia, Australia and the Middle East.
What to do
No action needed for this additive. Check the rest of the ingredient list, and remember that meat products still need proper halal slaughter.
Is E1204 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E1204 (Pullulan) is normally made from plant, mineral, microbial or synthetic sources, so it is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Why we classify it this way
Halal Plant/microbial. Used for vegetarian capsules.
Basis: No concern found. Made from plants, minerals, fermentation or synthesis, or from a permitted animal product. Nothing in normal production raises a pork, alcohol, insect or slaughter question.
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Classification audited 3 November 2026. It has not been reviewed by a scholar. How classifications work · Suggest a correction
Frequently asked questions
Is E1204 halal?
E1204 (Pullulan) is halal. Plant/microbial. Used for vegetarian capsules.
What is E1204 made from?
Fermentation of starch.
What is E1204 used for?
E1204 is used as a glazing agent, typically in sweets, chocolates, fruit coatings and tablets.
What should I do if a product contains E1204?
No action needed for this additive. Check the rest of the ingredient list, and remember that meat products still need proper halal slaughter.
Is E1204 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E1204 (Pullulan) is normally made from plant, mineral, microbial or synthetic sources, so it is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.