What is E1205?
E1205 is Basic methacrylate copolymer, a food additive used as a glazing agent. Synthetic tablet coating.
Also written as: INS 1205, E-1205, E 1205. 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 E1205 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E1205 (Basic methacrylate copolymer) 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 Synthetic tablet coating.
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 E1205 halal?
E1205 (Basic methacrylate copolymer) is halal. Synthetic tablet coating.
What is E1205 made from?
Synthetic.
What is E1205 used for?
E1205 is used as a glazing agent, typically in sweets, chocolates, fruit coatings and tablets.
What should I do if a product contains E1205?
No action needed for this additive. Check the rest of the ingredient list, and remember that meat products still need proper halal slaughter.
Is E1205 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E1205 (Basic methacrylate copolymer) is normally made from plant, mineral, microbial or synthetic sources, so it is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.