E-number database
Cellulose and HPMC capsules
Plant cellulose ethers including hypromellose. The usual vegetarian capsule alternative to gelatin.
| E-number | Codex INS | Name | Ruling |
|---|---|---|---|
| E460 | INS 460 | Cellulose and cellulose ethers (E460–E469, including HPMC capsules) | Halal |
| E461 | INS 461 | Methyl cellulose | Not yet reviewed |
| E462 | INS 462 | Ethyl cellulose | Not yet reviewed |
| E463 | INS 463 | Hydroxypropyl cellulose | Not yet reviewed |
| E464 | INS 464 | Hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose | Not yet reviewed |
| E465 | INS 465 | Ethyl methyl cellulose | Not yet reviewed |
| E466 | INS 466 | Sodium carboxy methyl cellulose | Not yet reviewed |
| E468 | INS 468 | Crosslinked sodium carboxy methyl cellulose | Not yet reviewed |
| E469 | INS 469 | Enzymatically hydrolysed carboxy methyl cellulose | Not yet reviewed |