Halal And Non Halal Gelatin

Gelatin is mostly used in fluffy and chewy items but finding whether is it halal or haram for Muslims it’s not simple and easy. Gelatin is getting more attention day by day because it has several uses not only in desserts but in many other fields and has got many uses. It helps

• Reducing weight
• Getting better sleep
• Relaxing joint pain

Gelatin has got many more uses but today we will talk about how we can distinguish between Halal and Haram gelatin.

What is Gelatin and Where Does It Come From?

Gelatin is a colorless, tasteless, and odorless setting agent. Most of its use in dessert and other sweet items like chewy and gummy candies, puddings, and marshmallows. And Gelatin is also used in dairy products as well as in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.

Gelatin is obtained from boiling the bones of animals specially pig. Other gelatin source is cow. Reason why these are the main sources of gelatin is that because these two have excess by products left.

Current stats show that 42.4% of gelatin in the world is obtained from the excess products of pig rest is obtained from Cows, fishes, and chickens.

Surprisingly only 0.7% is Halal.

What’s The Difference Between Halal And Non Halal Gelatin?

There is not much difference between halal and haram gelatin but for Muslims, the following two criteria should be met.

1. Gelatin should be extracted from halal animals like cows, chickens,s, and fish.
2. If it is obtained from chicken or cow then these animals should be slaughtered according to Sharia.

If these two criteria are meeting, then gelatin is Halal.

How Can I Look For Halal Gelatin

With 0.7% ratio of Halal Gelatin, Yes it is difficult to find but it is not impossible.

With 0.7% ratio of Halal Gelatin, Yes it is difficult to find but it is not impossible.

First thing is find the logo for Halal or vegetarian gelatin logo, if you can’t find it avoid that product. And if you find logo enjoy it.

Another way is to find alternatives. Look for non-animal sources like agar-agar. Pectin and Konjac are also available for purchase.

There are applications available on App store, which can guide you.