CodeE260 · INS 260
TypeAcidity regulator
Made fromFermentation or synthetic.
Found insoft drinks, sweets, jams, sauces and processed foods
What is E260?
E260 is Acetic acid, an acidity regulator. The acid in vinegar.
Also written as: INS 260, E-260, E 260. INS is the international numbering system used outside Europe, including on labels in Asia, Australia and the Middle East.
What to do
No action needed for this additive. Check the rest of the ingredient list, and remember that meat products still need proper halal slaughter.
Frequently asked questions
Is E260 halal?
E260 (Acetic acid) is halal. The acid in vinegar.
What is E260 made from?
Fermentation or synthetic.
What is E260 used for?
E260 is used as an acidity regulator, typically in soft drinks, sweets, jams, sauces and processed foods.
What should I do if a product contains E260?
No action needed for this additive. Check the rest of the ingredient list, and remember that meat products still need proper halal slaughter.
Related E-numbers
E261Potassium acetateE262Sodium acetatesE263Calcium acetateE270Lactic acidE296Malic acidE297Fumaric acidE252Potassium nitrate
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