CodeE967 · INS 967
TypeSweetener
Made fromBirch or corn.
Found indiet drinks, sugar-free sweets, chewing gum and yoghurts
What is E967?
E967 is Xylitol, a sweetener. Plant-derived.
Also written as: INS 967, E-967, E 967. 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 E967 halal?
E967 (Xylitol) is halal. Plant-derived.
What is E967 made from?
Birch or corn.
What is E967 used for?
E967 is used as a sweetener, typically in diet drinks, sugar-free sweets, chewing gum and yoghurts.
What should I do if a product contains E967?
No action needed for this additive. Check the rest of the ingredient list, and remember that meat products still need proper halal slaughter.
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E420SorbitolE421MannitolE950Acesulfame KE951AspartameE952CyclamateE954SaccharinE966LactitolE968Erythritol
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