Is Vanilla Sponge Cakes Halal?
HALAL
This contains shellac (E904), a glazing agent derived from an insect secretion, which is not permitted here. The product also contains mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, whose plant or animal source is not stated. Avoid it unless the manufacturer confirms the source and provides an acceptable halal certification mark.
Ingredients Analysis
Our AI analyzed the following ingredients in Vanilla Sponge Cakes for halal compliance:
❌Shellac (E904)HARAM
44 community scans · Moderate confidence
Votes: ✅ 17 Halal · ⚠️ 12 Mushbooh · ❌ 15 Haram
First checked: January 11, 2026 · Last checked: October 11, 2026
Scanned Ingredients
SWEET TREAT 4 SCHOOL CAKES Vanilla sponge cakes with a white fondant topping and decorated with coloured sugar sprinkles INGREDIENTS Fortified Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Folic Acid, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin], Icing (21%) [Sugar, Water, Glucose Syrup, Vegetable Oils [Palm, Rapeseed), Humectant (Glycerol), Emulsifier (Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids), Stabiliser (Kanthan Gum)1, Sugar, Rapeseed Oil, Water, Pasteurised Whole Egg, Humectant (Glycerol), Raising Agents (Diphosphates, Sodium Carbonates, Calcium Phosphates, Potassium Carbonates), Dextrose, Emulsifiers (Polyglycerol Esters of Fatty Acids, Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Propane-1,2-Diol Esters of Fatty Acids, Sodium Stearoyl-2-Lactylate), Modified Maize Starch, Wheat Starch, Modified Potato Starch,…
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vanilla Sponge Cakes halal?
Vanilla Sponge Cakes is HALAL. This contains shellac (E904), a glazing agent derived from an insect secretion, which is not permitted here. The product also contains mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, whose plant or animal source is not stated. Avoid it unless the manufacturer confirms the source and…
Can Muslims eat Vanilla Sponge Cakes?
Based on our ingredient analysis, Vanilla Sponge Cakes is classified as HALAL. Yes, it appears permissible for Muslims. All identified ingredients come from halal-compliant sources. However, formulations can change, so always verify the packaging.
What ingredients are in Vanilla Sponge Cakes?
Key ingredients analyzed: Shellac (E904) (HARAM), E471 (MUSHBOOH), E472 (MUSHBOOH), E481 (MUSHBOOH).
How many times has Vanilla Sponge Cakes been checked?
Vanilla Sponge Cakes has been scanned 44 times by the HalalCheck community. Vote breakdown: Halal: 17, Mushbooh: 12, Haram: 15. Confidence level: Moderate confidence.
