Is Hydroxypropylcellulose (E463) Halal?

MUIS lists E463 (Hydroxypropylcellulose) as halal. It is derived from plant material and its normal production involves no animal-derived ingredients. The status applies to the additive itself; the finished product still needs its other ingredients checked.

Hydroxypropyl cellulose (HPC) is a semi-synthetic polymer prepared by treating plant cellulose with propylene oxide. It is used as a thickener, emulsifier and film-former.

• whipped toppings
• salad dressings
• tablet coatings
• fruit fillings

• E463 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.

methylcellulose (E461), hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (E464), carboxymethylcellulose (E466)

E463 (Hydroxypropylcellulose) is halal for Muslims according to the MUIS food additive listing. Hydroxypropyl cellulose (HPC) is a semi-synthetic polymer prepared by treating plant cellulose with propylene oxide.

Hydroxypropyl cellulose (HPC) is a semi-synthetic polymer prepared by treating plant cellulose with propylene oxide. It is used as a thickener, emulsifier and film-former.

E463 is commonly found in whipped toppings, salad dressings, tablet coatings, and fruit fillings.