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Is Aluminum Hydroxide halal?

Aluminum Hydroxide is classified halal for halal use with High confidence. An inorganic adjuvant used in many non-live vaccines and as an antacid in some OTC products. Mineral origin; halal. Safety profile in vaccines is well-characterised.

Excipient / adjuvant · Confidence: High

Also known as: alum hydroxide, alum gel

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What it is

An inorganic adjuvant used in many non-live vaccines and as an antacid in some OTC products.

Source:CDC — Adjuvants in vaccinesFDA — Common ingredients in U.S. licensed vaccines

Why it's here

Boosts immune response in adjuvanted vaccines; neutralises stomach acid in antacids.

See:CDC — Adjuvants in vaccinesFDA — Common ingredients in U.S. licensed vaccines

Why it may matter

Mineral origin; halal. Safety profile in vaccines is well-characterised.

Source:CDC — Adjuvants in vaccinesFDA — Common ingredients in U.S. licensed vaccines

Common sources
  • Synthetic

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Is Aluminum Hydroxide halal?
RxHalal currently classifies Aluminum Hydroxide as HALAL (High confidence). Mineral origin; halal. Safety profile in vaccines is well-characterised. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
What is Aluminum Hydroxide used for in medicines?
An inorganic adjuvant used in many non-live vaccines and as an antacid in some OTC products. Boosts immune response in adjuvanted vaccines; neutralises stomach acid in antacids.
What are common sources of Aluminum Hydroxide?
Common sources include: Synthetic. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.