Is Distarch Phosphate (E1412) Halal?

MUIS lists E1412 (Distarch Phosphate) as halal. It is derived from plant material and its normal production involves no animal-derived ingredients. The status applies to the additive itself; the finished product still needs its other ingredients checked.

Distarch phosphate is a modified starch produced by cross-linking native starch with phosphate esters. The cross-links improve heat, acid and shear stability.

• canned foods
• frozen foods
• instant soups
• salad dressings
• sauces

• E1412 on its own is not a reason to avoid a product.
• The finished product still needs its other ingredients checked — look for a halal certification logo (MUIS, JAKIM, MUI, HMC or similar) when in doubt.
• Halal status here follows the MUIS food additive listing; rulings can differ between certification bodies.

monostarch phosphate (E1410), phosphated distarch phosphate (E1413), modified starches (E1414, E1422)

E1412 (Distarch Phosphate) is halal for Muslims according to the MUIS food additive listing. Distarch phosphate is a modified starch produced by cross-linking native starch with phosphate esters.

Distarch phosphate is a modified starch produced by cross-linking native starch with phosphate esters. The cross-links improve heat, acid and shear stability.

E1412 is commonly found in canned foods, frozen foods, instant soups, salad dressings, and sauces.