Is Helium vegan?

Helium

Vegan

Helium is a noble gas obtained from natural gas deposits by fractional distillation. It is used in food packaging as a propellant and protective gas (E939).

Also known as He
E number E939
CAS number 7440-59-7
EC number 231-168-5
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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