E-number database
Nitrites and nitrates (E249–E252)
Curing salts are mineral. They are Halal as additives. The meat they cure still needs lawful slaughter and must not be pork.
| E-number | Codex INS | Name | Ruling |
|---|---|---|---|
| E249 | INS 249 | E249–E252 (Nitrites and nitrates / curing salts) | Halal |
| E250 | INS 250 | Sodium nitrite | Not yet reviewed |
| E251 | INS 251 | Sodium nitrate | Not yet reviewed |
| E252 | INS 252 | Potassium nitrate | Not yet reviewed |