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Typical source

Fatty acids (plant or animal)

Plain-language explanation

E470B, or magnesium salts of fatty acids, are compounds made by reacting magnesium with fats, which can come from either plant or animal sources. Its halal status depends entirely on the origin of these fats; if derived from plants or slaughtered animals, it is considered halal. However, if the source is pork or non-halal slaughtered animals, it is haram. Major certification bodies like JAKIM and MUI require proof of a halal source to approve this ingredient.