Glazing agent, gas or sweetener

Is E960c (Enzymatically produced steviol glycosides) halal?

Not classified. An older note called this halal or haram. That note is not the current label.

UnverifiedNot enough reliable source evidence to classify

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 E960c in this product: is the source plant, synthetic, or animal? If animal, which species and slaughter method?

What the sources say

E960c listed by EFSA as an authorised sweetener subtype. Manufacturing route differs from E960a. Not a halal ruling.
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)
E960c Enzymatically produced steviol glycosides.
Authorised identity (not a fatwa) E960c is on the EU sweetener list. EFSA (food-safety regulator (identity only) · grade A: primary source · accessed 2026-09-16)

Quick facts

E-numberE960c
NameEnzymatically produced steviol glycosides
Also on labels asE960c
Additive classGlazing agent, gas or sweetener
ClassificationInsufficient evidence
Source last accessed2026-09-16

Common questions

Is E960c (Enzymatically produced steviol glycosides) halal?

Enzymatically produced steviol glycosides is classified as Insufficient evidence. Not classified. An older note called this halal or haram. That note is not the current label.

Is Enzymatically produced steviol glycosides halal or haram?

On the evidence cited on this page, Enzymatically produced steviol glycosides 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 Enzymatically produced steviol glycosides called on ingredient labels?

It can appear as: E960c.

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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