Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- 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.
- 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.
- DoubtfulGlycerine
Halal when vegetable glycerine; doubtful if not stated.
Full ingredient list
whole milk (60%), whipping cream (21%), sugar, milk solids, glycerine, emulsifier (mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids), pasteurised free range eggs, stabilisers (sodium alginate and guar gum),
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is whole milk and the list has 8 named ingredients. No halal or dietary label appears in the product data. 3 of the named ingredients need a closer look:
- 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).
- 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).
- glycerine (doubtful): Halal when vegetable glycerine; doubtful if not stated. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the glycerine.
Mackie's Of Scotland Traditional Dairy Ice Cream: pack details
| Pack size | 1L |
|---|---|
| Sold in | United Kingdom |
| Contains (allergens) | eggs, milk |
| Additives | E401, E412, E422, E471 |
| Nutri-Score | D |
| NOVA group | 4 (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 Mackie's Of Scotland Traditional Dairy Ice Cream vegetarian or vegan?
Mackie's Of Scotland Traditional Dairy Ice Cream is not labelled vegetarian or vegan. No meat or gelatine is listed, but it contains milk or egg, so it is not vegan; some additives can still be animal-derived.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Mackie's Of Scotland Traditional Dairy Ice Cream contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Mackie's Of Scotland Traditional Dairy Ice Cream contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Mackie's Of Scotland Traditional Dairy Ice Cream contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is Mackie's Of Scotland Traditional Dairy Ice Cream halal-certified?
We found no halal label for Mackie's Of Scotland Traditional Dairy Ice Cream. See the ingredient check above for what needs attention.
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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.