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Typical source

Bacterial fermentation

Plain-language explanation

E234, or Nisin, is a natural preservative produced by the bacterium *Lactococcus lactis* during the fermentation of dairy products. Because it is created through a microbial process and not derived from animals, it is universally considered halal by all major certification bodies. You can confidently consume products containing E234 without concern for its halal status.