E120 is a food coloring agent that is commonly used in many products. It is also known as cochineal or carmine, and it is made from the dried bodies of insects called Dactylopius coccus. The halal status of E120 is a topic of debate among Muslim consumers. According to some sources, E120 is partially halal, meaning that it is permissible to consume in certain circumstances. However, other sources state that E120 is haram, or impermissible, because it is derived from insects. The Sharjah Municipality has clarified that E120 is halal. Therefore, the halal status of E120 is a matter of interpretation and personal choice for Muslim consumers.