Is Enzyme-treated Starch (E1405) Halal?

MUIS lists E1405 (Enzyme-treated Starch) as doubtful (mashbooh), which means the source cannot be confirmed from the E-number alone — not that it is haram. Although the base material is plant-derived, some production routes use animal-derived processing aids or carriers, and the E-number does not identify the producer. The reliable check is a recognised halal certification logo on the finished product, or a manufacturer statement of the source.

Enzyme-treated starch is a modified starch produced by enzymatic hydrolysis to break it down into sugars and dextrins. The MUIS doubtful classification likely reflects the potential origin of the enzymes used.

• sweeteners
• low-DE corn syrups
• industrial food applications

• Look for a recognised halal certification logo (MUIS, JAKIM, MUI, HMC or similar) on the packaging — certified products have had the source of this additive verified.
• Check whether the label states the origin, for example 'vegetable origin', 'plant-based' or 'soy'.
• If there is no certification and the origin is not stated, contact the manufacturer or choose a product with a halal alternative.

acid-modified starch, dextrin (E1400), maltodextrin

E1405 (Enzyme-treated Starch) is doubtful for Muslims according to the MUIS food additive listing. Enzyme-treated starch is a modified starch produced by enzymatic hydrolysis to break it down into sugars and dextrins.

Enzyme-treated starch is a modified starch produced by enzymatic hydrolysis to break it down into sugars and dextrins. The MUIS doubtful classification likely reflects the potential origin of the enzymes used.

E1405 is commonly found in sweeteners, low-DE corn syrups, and industrial food applications.