CodeE306 · INS 306
TypeAntioxidant
Made fromVegetable oils.
Found inoils, crisps, cereals and fatty foods
What is E306?
E306 is Tocopherol-rich extract (vitamin E), an antioxidant. Plant-derived.
Also written as: INS 306, E-306, E 306. 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.
Frequently asked questions
Is E306 halal?
E306 (Tocopherol-rich extract (vitamin E)) is halal. Plant-derived.
What is E306 made from?
Vegetable oils.
What is E306 used for?
E306 is used as an antioxidant, typically in oils, crisps, cereals and fatty foods.
What should I do if a product contains E306?
No action needed for this additive. Check the rest of the ingredient list, and remember that meat products still need proper halal slaughter.
Related E-numbers
E300Ascorbic acid (vitamin C)E301Sodium ascorbateE302Calcium ascorbateE304Ascorbyl palmitateE307Alpha-tocopherolE308Gamma-tocopherol
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