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Is Mineral Oil (Liquid Paraffin) halal?

Mineral Oil (Liquid Paraffin) is classified halal for halal use with High confidence. A highly-refined petroleum-derived oil used as a laxative and emollient. Petroleum/mineral origin; halal.

Excipient (oil/laxative) · Confidence: High

Also known as: liquid paraffin, paraffinum liquidum, white mineral oil

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What it is

A highly-refined petroleum-derived oil used as a laxative and emollient.

Source:FDA IIG — Mineral oil

Why it's here

Active in some laxatives; carrier in topical and ear products.

See:FDA IIG — Mineral oil

Why it may matter

Petroleum/mineral origin; halal.

Source:FDA IIG — Mineral oil

Common sources
  • Refined petroleum

Reason codes

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Common questions

Is Mineral Oil (Liquid Paraffin) halal?
RxHalal currently classifies Mineral Oil (Liquid Paraffin) as HALAL (High confidence). Petroleum/mineral origin; halal. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
What is Mineral Oil (Liquid Paraffin) used for in medicines?
A highly-refined petroleum-derived oil used as a laxative and emollient. Active in some laxatives; carrier in topical and ear products.
What are common sources of Mineral Oil (Liquid Paraffin)?
Common sources include: Refined petroleum. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.

Medicines using this excipient

1 total0 halal1 uncertain0 concern

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Where this excipient turns up across RxHalal's tracked treatment categories.