What is E912?
E912 is Montan acid esters, a food additive used as a glazing agent. Mineral-derived; used on citrus fruit peel.
Also written as: INS 912, E-912, E 912. 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 E912 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E912 (Montan acid esters) 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 Mineral-derived; used on citrus fruit peel.
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 E912 halal?
E912 (Montan acid esters) is halal. Mineral-derived; used on citrus fruit peel.
What is E912 made from?
Lignite (brown coal) wax.
What is E912 used for?
E912 is used as a glazing agent, typically in sweets, chocolates, fruit coatings and tablets.
What should I do if a product contains E912?
No action needed for this additive. Check the rest of the ingredient list, and remember that meat products still need proper halal slaughter.
Is E912 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E912 (Montan acid esters) is normally made from plant, mineral, microbial or synthetic sources, so it is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.