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Typical source

Plant cellulose

Plain-language explanation

Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (E464) is a synthetic, plant-based thickener and stabilizer made from cellulose, which comes from the cell walls of plants like wood or cotton. Since it is chemically manufactured and not derived from animals, it is universally considered halal by major certification bodies like JAKIM, MUI, MUIS, ESMA, and HFA. You can find it in many processed foods, sauces, and vegetarian products without any halal concerns.