E1505
Triethyl Citrate/Ethyl Citrate
Halal
Usage: Miscellaneous
Bitter oily liquid which is soluble in water and can be mixed with alcohol
Is E1505 (Triethyl Citrate / Ethyl Citrate) Halal?
Yes — E1505 (Triethyl Citrate / Ethyl Citrate) is listed as halal by MUIS.
Why is E1505 halal?
MUIS lists E1505 (Triethyl Citrate / Ethyl Citrate) as halal. It is manufactured synthetically from non-animal raw materials. The status applies to the additive itself; the finished product still needs its other ingredients checked.
About Triethyl Citrate / Ethyl Citrate
Triethyl citrate is a colourless, odourless ester of citric acid and ethanol, used as a foam stabiliser, plasticiser and flavour-fixing agent. It is also used as a plasticiser in pharmaceutical tablet coatings.
Commonly Found In
- whipped egg whites (foam stabiliser)
- tablet coatings
- limited food applications
Source & Origin
SyntheticMiscellaneousVeganVegetarian
How to check on the label
- E1505 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.
Alternatives
Frequently asked questions
Is E1505 (Triethyl Citrate / Ethyl Citrate) halal or haram?
E1505 (Triethyl Citrate/Ethyl Citrate) is halal for Muslims according to the MUIS food additive listing. Triethyl citrate is a colourless, odourless ester of citric acid and ethanol, used as a foam stabiliser, plasticiser and flavour-fixing agent.
What is E1505?
Triethyl citrate is a colourless, odourless ester of citric acid and ethanol, used as a foam stabiliser, plasticiser and flavour-fixing agent. It is also used as a plasticiser in pharmaceutical tablet coatings.
Where is E1505 commonly found?
E1505 is commonly found in whipped egg whites (foam stabiliser), tablet coatings, and limited food applications.
Halal status source: MUIS Food Additive Listing ·
Information on this page is for general reference only. Halal-status data is sourced from MUIS. For current regulatory status, allergen warnings, or dietary advice, please consult your local food safety authority or a qualified professional.