E926
Chlorine Dioxide
Halal
Usage: Bleaching Agent/ Improving Agent
Synthetically prepared
Is Chlorine Dioxide (E926) Halal?
Yes — E926 (Chlorine Dioxide) is listed as halal by MUIS.
Why is E926 halal?
MUIS lists E926 (Chlorine Dioxide) 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.
About Chlorine Dioxide
Chlorine dioxide is a yellow-green gas used as a flour bleaching agent and improver. It is also widely used to disinfect drinking water and processing equipment.
Commonly Found In
- bleached cake flour
- water disinfection (non-additive use)
Source & Origin
SyntheticBleaching Agent/ Improving AgentVeganVegetarian
How to check on the label
- E926 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 Chlorine Dioxide (E926) halal or haram?
E926 (Chlorine Dioxide) is halal for Muslims according to the MUIS food additive listing. Chlorine dioxide is a yellow-green gas used as a flour bleaching agent and improver.
What is E926?
Chlorine dioxide is a yellow-green gas used as a flour bleaching agent and improver. It is also widely used to disinfect drinking water and processing equipment.
Where is E926 commonly found?
E926 is commonly found in bleached cake flour and water disinfection (non-additive use).
Related sweeteners & glazing agents
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.