Isinglass

Is isinglass halal?

Halal

Halal. Isinglass is made from the dried swim bladders of fish.

Halal means there is no forbidden source and no real disagreement among scholars. The rest of the product still has to be halal.

What it is and where it comes from

Isinglass is a form of collagen taken from the swim bladders of fish. It is used to clear beer and wine of cloudiness, and settles out with the yeast. As a fish product it is halal. The drinks it is used in are a separate question.

Where you find it

Mainly beer, cider and wine. It is rarely used in food.

What to look for on the label

It is a processing aid, so it is usually not on the label.

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.

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