What is E312?
E312 is Dodecyl gallate, a food additive used as an antioxidant. Synthetic. No longer permitted in UK and EU food, but may appear on imported products.
Also written as: INS 312, E-312, E 312. 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 E312 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E312 (Dodecyl gallate) 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. No longer permitted in UK and EU food, but may appear on imported products.
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 E312 halal?
E312 (Dodecyl gallate) is halal. Synthetic. No longer permitted in UK and EU food, but may appear on imported products.
What is E312 made from?
Synthetic.
What is E312 used for?
E312 is used as an antioxidant, typically in oils, crisps, cereals and fatty foods.
What should I do if a product contains E312?
No action needed for this additive. Check the rest of the ingredient list, and remember that meat products still need proper halal slaughter.
Is E312 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E312 (Dodecyl gallate) is normally made from plant, mineral, microbial or synthetic sources, so it is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.