EtqaE415 Xanthan gum
HalalIs E415 halal? The Etqa database classifies E415, xanthan gum, as halal, which means permissible.
Reason
Xanthan gum (E415) is a Halal microbial thickener produced via bacterial fermentation.
About E415
- Number range
- E400–E499: thickeners, stabilisers and emulsifiers
- Origin
- Microbial origin. Produced by aerobic fermentation using Xanthomonas bacteria, primarily Xanthomonas campestris strains (including ATCC SD-7012, DSM 23730, CNCM I-4861). Originally discovered from Xanthomonas bacteria found on leaf surfaces of Brassica vegetables such as cabbage, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale, and turnip. Produced commercially through bacterial fermentation of simple sugars. First manufactured by Kelco Company under the trademark Keltrol for food grade or Kelzan for industrial grade.
- Used in
- Milk and dairy products
- Ice cream
- Chocolate milk
- Salad dressing
- Starchy food products
- Baked goods
- Also called
- Xanthan
Safety evaluation
European Food Safety Authority: Re‐evaluation of xanthan gum (E 415) as a food additive (2017).
What this page is. The classification, the reason, the origin and the food uses are quoted from the Etqa ingredient database as of 2 October 2026. The name of the additive, its other names and forms follow the Open Food Facts additives taxonomy. This is information, not a halal certificate and not a fatwa.
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