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Is Glycerin halal?

Glycerin is classified uncertain for halal use with Medium confidence. A sweet, viscous liquid used as a solvent and humectant. Can be plant-derived, synthetic, or animal-derived; source rarely disclosed.

Humectant/solvent · Confidence: Medium

Also known as: glycerol, E422

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What it is

A sweet, viscous liquid used as a solvent and humectant.

Source:USP–NF Glycerin monographMedlinePlus — glycerin

Why it's here

Keeps softgels soft and dissolves active ingredients in syrups.

See:USP–NF Glycerin monographMedlinePlus — glycerin

Why it may matter

Can be plant-derived, synthetic, or animal-derived; source rarely disclosed.

Source:USP–NF Glycerin monographMedlinePlus — glycerin

Common sources
  • Vegetable oil
  • Synthetic
  • Animal fat

Questions to ask

  • Is this glycerin plant-derived or synthetic?

Reason codes

carrierOriginUnknown

Evidence & citations2

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Common questions

Is Glycerin halal?
RxHalal currently classifies Glycerin as UNCERTAIN (Medium confidence). Can be plant-derived, synthetic, or animal-derived; source rarely disclosed. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
What is Glycerin used for in medicines?
A sweet, viscous liquid used as a solvent and humectant. Keeps softgels soft and dissolves active ingredients in syrups.
What are common sources of Glycerin?
Common sources include: Vegetable oil; Synthetic; Animal fat. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.
Is this glycerin plant-derived or synthetic?
Ask your pharmacist or prescriber. RxHalal lists this because Glycerin is uncertain in our cited database.

Medicines using this excipient

10 total3 halal5 uncertain2 concern

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