E-number database

Triacetin, diacetin, and glycerin

Glycerol acetates inherit glycerin’s plant-versus-animal question. Unlabeled lots are Halal if verified.

E-number	Codex INS	Name	Ruling
E1517	INS 1517	Triacetin and diacetin (E1518, E1517)	Halal if verified · Source-dependent
E422	INS 422	Glycerin (Glycerol, E422)	Halal if verified · Source-dependent
E1518	INS 1518	Glyceryl triacetate (triacetin)	Not yet reviewed