E951

A synthetic low-calorie sweetener made from amino acids; halal.

Why?

Aspartame is an artificial sweetener made by combining two amino acids (aspartic acid and phenylalanine), both produced via fermentation or synthesis rather than animal extraction. It is 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.