Is Nitrogen (E931) Halal?

MUIS lists E931 (Nitrogen) 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.

Nitrogen is an inert gas making up about 78% of air, used as a packaging gas and propellant. It displaces oxygen to extend shelf life and prevent oxidation.

• modified-atmosphere packaging (snacks, fresh produce)
• wine preservation
• coffee packaging
• instant whipped cream propellant

• E931 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.

carbon dioxide (E290), argon, vacuum packaging

E931 (Nitrogen) is halal for Muslims according to the MUIS food additive listing. Nitrogen is an inert gas making up about 78% of air, used as a packaging gas and propellant.

Nitrogen is an inert gas making up about 78% of air, used as a packaging gas and propellant. It displaces oxygen to extend shelf life and prevent oxidation.

E931 is commonly found in modified-atmosphere packaging (snacks, fresh produce), wine preservation, coffee packaging, and instant whipped cream propellant.