What is E914?
E914 is Oxidised polyethylene wax, a food additive used as a glazing agent. Synthetic; used on fruit peel.
Also written as: INS 914, E-914, E 914. 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 E914 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E914 (Oxidised polyethylene wax) 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 on 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 E914 halal?
E914 (Oxidised polyethylene wax) is halal. Synthetic; used on fruit peel.
What is E914 made from?
Synthetic.
What is E914 used for?
E914 is used as a glazing agent, typically in sweets, chocolates, fruit coatings and tablets.
What should I do if a product contains E914?
No action needed for this additive. Check the rest of the ingredient list, and remember that meat products still need proper halal slaughter.
Is E914 vegetarian or vegan?
Yes. E914 (Oxidised polyethylene wax) is normally made from plant, mineral, microbial or synthetic sources, so it is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.