Is Carbomer halal?
Carbomer is classified halal for halal use with High confidence. A synthetic high-molecular-weight polymer of acrylic acid. Synthetic; halal.
Excipient (gelling agent) · Confidence: High
Also known as: carbopol, polyacrylic acid
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What it is
A synthetic high-molecular-weight polymer of acrylic acid.
Source:FDA IIG — Carbomer
Why it's here
Thickens topical gels, ophthalmic drops, and suspensions.
Why it may matter
Synthetic; halal.
Source:FDA IIG — Carbomer
Common sources
- Synthetic
Reason codes
syntheticOrigin
Evidence & citations1
AuditCommon questions
- Is Carbomer halal?
- RxHalal currently classifies Carbomer as HALAL (High confidence). Synthetic; halal. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
- What is Carbomer used for in medicines?
- A synthetic high-molecular-weight polymer of acrylic acid. Thickens topical gels, ophthalmic drops, and suspensions.
- What are common sources of Carbomer?
- Common sources include: Synthetic. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.
Medicines using this excipient
2 total1 halal1 uncertain0 concern
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Where this excipient turns up across RxHalal's tracked treatment categories.