Is Propylparaben (E216) Halal?

MUIS lists E216 (Propylparaben) 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.

Propylparaben (propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate) is a synthetic paraben preservative manufactured from benzoic acid. It is more lipophilic than methyl- or ethylparaben, making it effective in fatty foods.

• baked goods
• cosmetics
• pharmaceuticals
• personal care products

• E216 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), methylparaben (E218)

E216 (Propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate/Propylparaben) is halal for Muslims according to the MUIS food additive listing. Propylparaben (propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate) is a synthetic paraben preservative manufactured from benzoic acid.

Propylparaben (propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate) is a synthetic paraben preservative manufactured from benzoic acid. It is more lipophilic than methyl- or ethylparaben, making it effective in fatty foods.

E216 is commonly found in baked goods, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products.