E410
Locust Bean Gum/Carob Bean Gum
Halal
Usage: Vegetable Gum
Taken from the Locust or Carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua), which is an evergreen tree belonging to the Leguminoseae or pea family
Is E410 (Locust Bean Gum / Carob Bean Gum) Halal?
Yes — E410 (Locust Bean Gum / Carob Bean Gum) is listed as halal by MUIS.
Why is E410 halal?
Locust bean gum is milled from the seeds of the carob tree. It is plant-based, processed without animal material, and MUIS lists it as halal. It is often blended with carrageenan (E407) or xanthan gum (E415) in ice cream and dairy desserts.
About Locust Bean Gum / Carob Bean Gum
Locust bean gum (carob bean gum) is a galactomannan polysaccharide extracted from the seeds of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua). It is used as a thickener and stabiliser, often in synergistic blends with other gums.
Commonly Found In
- ice cream
- cream cheese
- yogurts
- salad dressings
- dairy desserts
- infant formula
Source & Origin
Plant-basedVegetable GumVeganVegetarian
How to check on the label
- E410 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 E410 (Locust Bean Gum / Carob Bean Gum) halal or haram?
E410 (Locust Bean Gum/Carob Bean Gum) is halal for Muslims according to the MUIS food additive listing. Locust bean gum (carob bean gum) is a galactomannan polysaccharide extracted from the seeds of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua).
What is E410?
Locust bean gum (carob bean gum) is a galactomannan polysaccharide extracted from the seeds of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua). It is used as a thickener and stabiliser, often in synergistic blends with other gums.
Where is E410 commonly found?
E410 is commonly found in ice cream, cream cheese, yogurts, salad dressings, dairy desserts, and infant formula.
Related emulsifiers
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.