TypeGlazing agent
Comes fromLac insect resin.
Names on labels2
Names to look for on labels
- confectioner's glaze
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 shellac halal?
Shellac is halal. Most certifiers accept it. Strict mode flags it.
Where does shellac come from?
Lac insect resin.
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