What it is and where it comes from
Curcumin is the bright yellow pigment of turmeric, a root from the ginger family. It is extracted from the dried root, or made synthetically. There is no animal or alcohol source.
Where you find it
Mustard, curry sauces, rice dishes, cheese, sweets, drinks and margarine.
What to look for on the label
Nothing to check for halal.
This is a guide, not a fatwa. Recipes change, so check the label, look for halal certification, and ask your local imam where scholars differ.