Processing aid

Is E1102 (Glucose oxidase) halal?

Usually an Aspergillus enzyme used to scavenge oxygen in packs and dough. Microbial origin is typical; the fermentation medium and carrier are not declared on a retail label.

Source-dependentDoubtful until the source is known (mashbooh)

Usually an Aspergillus enzyme used to scavenge oxygen in packs and dough. Microbial origin is typical; the fermentation medium and carrier are not declared on a retail label.

Source

Usually an Aspergillus enzyme used to scavenge oxygen in packs and dough. Microbial origin is typical; the fermentation medium and carrier are not declared on a retail label.
Source-dependent Muttoo catalogue desk (certifier reference table · accessed 2026-09-16)

Classification as published in the Halal Authority India food ingredient numbers reference, the additive table used by halal certifiers across South Asia. Cross-checked against the IFANCA Halal Shopper's Guide.

What to ask the manufacturer

A recognised halal mark or a vegan declaration can settle this instead. If you email the brand, send one specific question:

For E1102 in this product: which organism or animal produced it, and is it microbial, plant, or animal?

Quick facts

E-numberE1102
NameGlucose oxidase
Also on labels asE1102, GOD, Aspergillus niger enzyme
Additive classProcessing aid
ClassificationSource-dependent
Last verified2026-09-16

Common questions

Is E1102 (Glucose oxidase) halal?

Glucose oxidase is classified as Source-dependent. Usually an Aspergillus enzyme used to scavenge oxygen in packs and dough. Microbial origin is typical; the fermentation medium and carrier are not declared on a retail label.

Is Glucose oxidase halal or haram?

On the evidence cited on this page, Glucose oxidase is source-dependent. Doubtful until the source is known (mashbooh) Every position is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a link, so you can verify it directly.

What else is Glucose oxidase called on ingredient labels?

It can appear as: E1102, GOD, Aspergillus niger enzyme.

Why isn't there a single yes/no answer for E1102?

Because the ruling depends on information the label does not carry — the source material, the production route, or which scholarly position you follow. This page shows each named position with a link so you can check it yourself.

Where does this page's information come from?

Every position on this page is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a direct link, listed under 'What the sources say'. Muttoo aggregates and cites; it does not issue rulings.

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