Kingsmill Wholemeal Sandwich Thins 6 Pack – is it halal? Product photo

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Is Kingsmill Wholemeal Sandwich Thins 6 Pack Halal?

Doubtful

Doubtful — check the source

No haram ingredients are listed, but emulsifier (source not stated), E471 (Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), E481 (Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate) and E920 (L-cysteine) are doubtful — the source is not stated on the label.

BrandKingsmill
Barcode5010092702114
Record edited on Open Food Facts2026-03-27
Last re-read by us2026-11-06

Ingredients, colour-coded

Wholemeal Wheat FlourWaterYeastWheat ProteinMalted Barley FlourDextroseVegetable Oils (Sustainable Palm, Rapeseed)SaltSugarEmulsifiers: E471E481Soya FlourVinegarStabilisers: Xanthan GumCellulose GumPreservative: Calcium Propionate (added to inhibit mould growth)Flour Treatment Agents: Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)E920With 59% Wholegrain (Wholemeal Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour)
HaramDoubtfulFineNo concern found

What needs attention

  • DoubtfulEmulsifier (source not stated)

    The word "emulsifier" does not say which one is used. Several emulsifiers, including E471, are made from glycerol and fatty acids that can come from plants or animal fat, and the pack rarely says which. Doubtful unless the pack names a plant source, or shows a vegetarian, vegan or halal label.

  • DoubtfulE471 · Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids

    One of the most common doubtful additives. Halal if the pack says plant/vegetable origin or is halal-certified or vegan.

  • DoubtfulE481 · Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate

    Depends on the source of the stearic acid. Common in bread.

  • DoubtfulE920 · L-cysteine

    Halal if made by fermentation or from halal poultry feathers; the source is rarely stated. Found in some bread and bakery products.

Full ingredient list

Wholemeal Wheat Flour, Water, Yeast, Wheat Protein, Malted Barley Flour, Dextrose, Vegetable Oils (Sustainable Palm, Rapeseed), Salt, Sugar, Emulsifiers: E471, E481, Soya Flour, Vinegar, Stabilisers: Xanthan Gum, Cellulose Gum, Preservative: Calcium Propionate (added to inhibit mould growth), Flour Treatment Agents: Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), E920, With 59% Wholegrain (Wholemeal Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour)

What to check on this pack

The first ingredient listed is wholemeal wheat flour and the list has 19 named ingredients. No halal or dietary label appears in the product data. 4 of the named ingredients need a closer look:

  • emulsifier (source not stated) (doubtful): The word "emulsifier" does not say which one is used. Several emulsifiers, including E471, are made from glycerol and fatty acids that can come from plants or animal fat, and the pack rarely says which. Doubtful unless the pack names a plant source, or shows a vegetarian, vegan or halal label. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the emulsifier (source not stated).
  • E471 (Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) (doubtful): One of the most common doubtful additives. Halal if the pack says plant/vegetable origin or is halal-certified or vegan. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the e471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids).
  • E481 (Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate) (doubtful): Depends on the source of the stearic acid. Common in bread. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the e481 (sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate).
  • E920 (L-cysteine) (doubtful): Halal if made by fermentation or from halal poultry feathers; the source is rarely stated. Found in some bread and bakery products. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the e920 (l-cysteine).

Kingsmill Wholemeal Sandwich Thins 6 Pack: pack details

Sold inUnited Kingdom
Contains (allergens)gluten, soybeans
AdditivesE282, E300, E415, E466, E471, E481, E920
NOVA group4 (an ultra-processed food)

From the Open Food Facts record for this barcode. NOVA is a food-processing scale from 1 to 4 based on the ingredient list, and Nutri-Score runs from A (better) to E. Neither says anything about halal status.

Is Kingsmill Wholemeal Sandwich Thins 6 Pack vegetarian or vegan?

Kingsmill Wholemeal Sandwich Thins 6 Pack is not labelled vegetarian or vegan. No meat or gelatine is listed; some additives can still be animal-derived.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kingsmill Wholemeal Sandwich Thins 6 Pack contain pork?

No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.

Does Kingsmill Wholemeal Sandwich Thins 6 Pack contain gelatine?

No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.

Does Kingsmill Wholemeal Sandwich Thins 6 Pack contain alcohol?

No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.

Is Kingsmill Wholemeal Sandwich Thins 6 Pack halal-certified?

We found no halal label for Kingsmill Wholemeal Sandwich Thins 6 Pack. See the ingredient check above for what needs attention.

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See or correct this product on Open Food Facts

Ingredient data from Open Food Facts (ODbL), retrieved 2026-10-15. Product photos by Open Food Facts contributors, licensed CC BY-SA 3.0. Recipes change — always check the pack. This is an ingredient check, not a halal certification.