TypeAlcohol
Comes fromFermentation.
Names on labels10
Names to look for on labels
- ethanol
- ethyl alcohol
On labels from other countries
- alcool
- alkohol
- éthanol
- etanol
- alkol
- كحول
- спирт
What to do
Avoid products containing this unless the pack clearly states a halal source or carries a recognised halal certification.
Frequently asked questions
Is alcohol halal?
Alcohol is haram. Added alcohol is avoided. Scholars differ on tiny carrier amounts, but added alcohol as an ingredient is generally treated as haram.
Where does alcohol come from?
Fermentation.
Related ingredients
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