Thorntons Chocolate cakes

Question ID: 
197
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Question

Assalamualaikum, is Thorntons chocolate cakes halaal? It is made in UK.

Answer

Wa alaikumus salaam warahmatullahi wabarakaatuh. Thorntons Chocolate cakes contain E471, which is doubtful. We are therefore advising you to stay away from it for the time being. Emails was sent to the Manufacturer and also few halal organizations in U.K. Their replies are awaited.