Is Ethylparaben (E214) Halal?

MUIS lists E214 (Ethylparaben) 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.

Ethylparaben (ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate) is a synthetic preservative from the paraben family, manufactured from benzoic acid. It is effective against moulds and yeasts across a wide pH range.

• jellies
• preserves
• sauces
• beverages
• pharmaceuticals

• E214 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.

sorbic acid (E200), potassium sorbate (E202), benzoic acid (E210)

E214 (Ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate/Ethyl para-hydroxybenzoate) is halal for Muslims according to the MUIS food additive listing. Ethylparaben (ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate) is a synthetic preservative from the paraben family, manufactured from benzoic acid.

Ethylparaben (ethyl 4-hydroxybenzoate) is a synthetic preservative from the paraben family, manufactured from benzoic acid. It is effective against moulds and yeasts across a wide pH range.

E214 is commonly found in jellies, preserves, sauces, beverages, and pharmaceuticals.