What is E1440?
E1440 is Hydroxypropyl starch, a food additive used as a modified starch. Plant-derived.
Also written as: INS 1440, E-1440, E 1440. 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 E1440 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E1440 (Hydroxypropyl starch) 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-derived.
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 E1440 halal?
E1440 (Hydroxypropyl starch) is halal. Plant-derived.
What is E1440 made from?
Starch.
What is E1440 used for?
E1440 is used as a modified starch.
What should I do if a product contains E1440?
No action needed for this additive. Check the rest of the ingredient list, and remember that meat products still need proper halal slaughter.
Is E1440 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E1440 (Hydroxypropyl starch) is normally made from plant, mineral, microbial or synthetic sources, so it is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.