What is E283?
E283 is Potassium propionate, a food additive used as a preservative. Synthetic. Used in bread and baked goods to stop mould.
Also written as: INS 283, E-283, E 283. 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 E283 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E283 (Potassium propionate) 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. Used in bread and baked goods to stop mould.
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 E283 halal?
E283 (Potassium propionate) is halal. Synthetic. Used in bread and baked goods to stop mould.
What is E283 made from?
Synthetic.
What is E283 used for?
E283 is used as a preservative, typically in soft drinks, bread, cured meats, dried fruit and sauces.
What should I do if a product contains E283?
No action needed for this additive. Check the rest of the ingredient list, and remember that meat products still need proper halal slaughter.
Is E283 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E283 (Potassium propionate) is normally made from plant, mineral, microbial or synthetic sources, so it is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.