Is Raspberry Liquorice Halal?
HARAM
This contains shellac (E904), a glossy coating made from an insect secretion, which is not permitted here. The label also lists mono- and diglycerides (E471), whose plant or animal source is not stated, but shellac is the decisive concern.
Ingredients Analysis
Our AI analyzed the following ingredients in Raspberry Liquorice for halal compliance:
❌Shellac (E904)HARAM
12 community scans · Moderate confidence
Votes: ✅ 0 Halal · ⚠️ 2 Mushbooh · ❌ 10 Haram
First checked: January 01, 2026 · Last checked: October 06, 2026
Scanned Ingredients
Protein 106Cal 1770kJ Fat, Total 0.5g 424Cal - Saturated 3.7g 2.2g Carbohydrate 2.2g 14.7g - Sugars 17.2g 8.8g Sodium 11.0g 6% 68.9g 23mg 12% 43.8g 1% 94mg * Percentage Daily Intakes are based on an average adult diet of 8700 kJ. Your daily intakes may be higher or lower depending on your energy needs. INGREDIENTS: Raspberry Liquorice (55%) (Sugar, Wheat Flour, Glucose Syrup, Invert Syrup, Humectant (Sortitol), Vegetable Oil, Flavour, Natural Colour (Black Carrot Juice), Food Acid (Citric Acid), Emulsifier (471), Liquorice Extract (0.1%), Salt), Milk Chocolate (45%) (Sugar, Milk Solids, Cocoa Butter, Cocoa Mass, Emulsifiers (Soy Lecithin, 476), Natural Flavour (Vanilla), Glazing Agents (904, 1400). Milk Chocolate contains Cocoa Solids 28% min. and Milk Solids 18% min. CONTAINS MILK, WHEAT,…
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Raspberry Liquorice halal?
Raspberry Liquorice is HARAM. This contains shellac (E904), a glossy coating made from an insect secretion, which is not permitted here. The label also lists mono- and diglycerides (E471), whose plant or animal source is not stated, but shellac is the decisive concern.
Can Muslims eat Raspberry Liquorice?
Based on our ingredient analysis, Raspberry Liquorice is classified as HARAM. No, it contains non-permissible ingredients. Look for halal-certified alternatives from brands that offer similar products with permissible ingredients.
What ingredients are in Raspberry Liquorice?
Key ingredients analyzed: Shellac (E904) (HARAM), E471 (MUSHBOOH), E414 (HALAL), E322 (HALAL).
How many times has Raspberry Liquorice been checked?
Raspberry Liquorice has been scanned 12 times by the HalalCheck community. Vote breakdown: Halal: 0, Mushbooh: 2, Haram: 10. Confidence level: Moderate confidence.
