TypeGelling agent
Comes fromCattle skin and bones.
Names on labels14
Names to look for on labels
- beef gelatin
- bovine gelatine
- bovine gelatin
On labels from other countries
- gélatine de bœuf
- gélatine de boeuf
- gélatine bovine
- rindergelatine
- runder gelatine
- gelatina bovina
- gelatina de vacuno
- sığır jelatini
- gelatin sapi
- جيلاتين بقري
What to do
Look for a halal logo, a "vegan" label, or a stated plant source on the pack. If none of these are present, you can contact the manufacturer and ask for the source.
Frequently asked questions
Is beef gelatine halal?
Beef gelatine is doubtful (mushbooh). Only halal if the cattle were halal-slaughtered. Look for a halal logo.
Where does beef gelatine come from?
Cattle skin and bones.
Related ingredients
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