Glazing agent, gas or sweetener

Is E943b (Isobutane) halal?

E943b (Isobutane) is an authorised packaging / whipping-agent hydrocarbon on the UK FSA list. Identity is confirmed by the regulator. Muttoo does not copy neighbouring gas rows into a verified-halal label without a named certifier page.

UnverifiedNot enough reliable source evidence to classify

E943b (Isobutane) is an authorised packaging / whipping-agent hydrocarbon on the UK FSA list. Identity is confirmed by the regulator. Muttoo does not copy neighbouring gas rows into a verified-halal label without a named certifier page.

What the sources say

E943b Isobutane is an authorised UK/EU additive. Identity only — not a fatwa.
Insufficient Evidence No grade A/B certifier page is cited yet. This row exists so the name is searchable. It is not a ruling. Muttoo catalogue desk (editorial note · grade C: secondary reference · accessed 2026-09-16)
E943b Isobutane
Authorised identity (not a fatwa) E943b appears on the UK FSA approved additives list. UK Food Standards Agency (food-safety regulator (identity only) · grade A: primary source · accessed 2026-09-16)

Where you will run into it

Quick facts

E-numberE943b
NameIsobutane
Also on labels asE943b, isobutane
Additive classGlazing agent, gas or sweetener
ClassificationInsufficient evidence
Last verified2026-09-16

Common questions

Is E943b (Isobutane) halal?

Isobutane is classified as Insufficient evidence. E943b (Isobutane) is an authorised packaging / whipping-agent hydrocarbon on the UK FSA list. Identity is confirmed by the regulator. Muttoo does not copy neighbouring gas rows into a verified-halal label without a named certifier page.

Is Isobutane halal or haram?

On the evidence cited on this page, Isobutane is insufficient evidence. Not enough reliable source evidence to classify Every position is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a link, so you can verify it directly.

What else is Isobutane called on ingredient labels?

It can appear as: E943b, isobutane.

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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Record enumber-e943b-isobutane · last verified 2026-09-16 · report an error