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Also known as: Sodium Phosphates
Mineral salts used as emulsifiers and stabilizers; halal.
Why?
Sodium phosphates are mineral-derived compounds used as emulsifiers, stabilizers, and acidity regulators in processed foods and cheeses. They are produced from phosphoric acid and have no animal origin, so they are considered halal.
References
- General consensus of major halal certification bodies (e.g. IFANCA, JAKIM, HFA)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-08
This is informational guidance only, not a certified halal determination. Always consult an official halal certification body for certainty.