Is Calcium Propionate (E282) Halal?

Calcium propionate is the calcium salt of propionic acid, which can be made synthetically from petrochemicals or by fermentation. MUIS lists it as doubtful because the production route and any fermentation medium are not stated by the E-number. It is used mainly in bread to stop mould.

Calcium propionate is the calcium salt of propionic acid, the most widely used propionate preservative. It is highly effective at preventing mould and bacterial growth in baked goods.

• bread
• buns
• tortillas
• processed cheese
• pet food

• 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.

sodium propionate (E281), potassium propionate (E283), propionic acid (E280)

E282 (Calcium Propionate) is doubtful for Muslims according to the MUIS food additive listing. Calcium propionate is the calcium salt of propionic acid, the most widely used propionate preservative.

Calcium propionate is the calcium salt of propionic acid, the most widely used propionate preservative. It is highly effective at preventing mould and bacterial growth in baked goods.

E282 is commonly found in bread, buns, tortillas, processed cheese, and pet food.