Locust Bean Gum

A plant-based thickener from carob seeds; halal.

Why?

Locust bean gum is extracted from the seeds of the carob tree and used as a thickener and stabilizer in ice cream, dairy products, and sauces. It is entirely plant-derived.

References

• General consensus of major halal certification bodies (e.g. IFANCA, JAKIM, HFA)

Last reviewed: 2026-08-30

This is informational guidance only, not a certified halal determination. Always consult an official halal certification body for certainty.