RxHalal currently classifies Pullulan as HALAL (High confidence). Microbial origin; widely considered halal. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.

What is Pullulan used for in medicines?

A polysaccharide from microbial fermentation, used in vegetarian capsules. Halal-friendly capsule alternative to gelatin.

What are common sources of Pullulan?

Common sources include: Aureobasidium pullulans (fungus). Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.

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Is Pullulan halal?

Pullulan is classified halal for halal use with High confidence. A polysaccharide from microbial fermentation, used in vegetarian capsules. Microbial origin; widely considered halal.

Capsule material · Confidence: High

Also known as: pullulan capsules

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What it is

A polysaccharide from microbial fermentation, used in vegetarian capsules.

Source:FDA Inactive Ingredient Database (IIG)

Why it's here

Halal-friendly capsule alternative to gelatin.

See:FDA Inactive Ingredient Database (IIG)

Why it may matter

Microbial origin; widely considered halal.

Source:FDA Inactive Ingredient Database (IIG)

Common sources

Aureobasidium pullulans (fungus)

Reason codes

microbialFermentation

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Is Pullulan halal?: RxHalal currently classifies Pullulan as HALAL (High confidence). Microbial origin; widely considered halal. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
What is Pullulan used for in medicines?: A polysaccharide from microbial fermentation, used in vegetarian capsules. Halal-friendly capsule alternative to gelatin.
What are common sources of Pullulan?: Common sources include: Aureobasidium pullulans (fungus). Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.