What it is and where it comes from
Gum arabic is the hardened sap of acacia trees, mostly from Sudan and the Sahel. It thickens, stabilises and coats.
Where you find it
Soft drinks, sweets, chewing gum, icing, and coatings on nuts and pills.
What to look for on the label
Nothing to check for halal.
This is a guide, not a fatwa. Recipes change, so check the label, look for halal certification, and ask your local imam where scholars differ.