Glazing agent, gas or sweetener
Is E959 (Neohesperidine DC) halal?
Not classified. An older note called this halal or haram. That note is not the current label.
Not classified. An older note called this halal or haram. That note is not the current label.
What we know
Named sources are on this page. Classification: Insufficient evidence.
What we don’t know
See the sources for the limits of each position.
Why it matters
Not enough reliable source evidence to classify
What to verify
For E959 in this product: is the source plant, synthetic, or animal? If animal, which species and slaughter method?
What the sources say
E959 Neohesperidine DC is an authorised UK/EU additive. Identity only — not a fatwa.
E959 Neohesperidine DC
Quick facts
| E-number | E959 |
|---|---|
| Name | Neohesperidine DC |
| Also on labels as | E959 |
| Additive class | Glazing agent, gas or sweetener |
| Classification | Insufficient evidence |
| Source last accessed | 2026-09-16 |
Common questions
Is E959 (Neohesperidine DC) halal?
Neohesperidine DC is classified as Insufficient evidence. Not classified. An older note called this halal or haram. That note is not the current label.
Is Neohesperidine DC halal or haram?
On the evidence cited on this page, Neohesperidine DC 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 Neohesperidine DC called on ingredient labels?
It can appear as: E959.
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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