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Typical source

Fermentation/synthetic

Plain-language explanation

E300, or Ascorbic Acid, is a form of Vitamin C commonly used as an antioxidant to prevent food spoilage and browning. It is typically produced through industrial fermentation, often using corn or wheat sugar as the starting material. The halal status is generally considered halal by major certification bodies like JAKIM, MUI, and MUIS, as the final product is synthetically made and does not retain any impurities from its source. However, if the fermentation process uses enzymes from non-halal animal sources, its status could become doubtful or haram, so consumers should look for a halal certification to be certain.