AI Analysis Summary
After analyzing 8 ingredients in fish oil, our AI classified this product as Doubtful. All 6 confirmed ingredients are permissible, though 2 require further verification. Key ingredients include gelatin, vegetable glycerin, acetylated monoglycerides, food glaze.
Why is fish oil Doubtful?
- Check Halal Logo Carefully: This item is labelled doubtful because it contains gelatin, polyoxyethane (20) sorbitan monooleate / polysorbate 80., an ingredient under debate for halal compliance. The assessment is based on in-depth analysis and frameworks acknowledged internationally. For transparency, consult the ingredient section.
Ingredient Analysis (8)
| Ingredient | Status |
|---|---|
gelatin Check for Halal Logo E441 | Doubtful |
vegetable glycerin Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
acetylated monoglycerides * | Halal |
food glaze Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
mixed natural tocopherols * | Halal |
polyoxyethane (20) sorbitan monooleate / polysorbate 80. Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers E433 | Doubtful |
potassium sorbate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
sodium alginate Permissible in Islam. | Halal |
Brand & Category Insights
Smart Labels
Vegan
Not Vegan FriendlyCriteria: Excludes all animal-derived ingredients
Contains animal-derived ingredients
Vegetarian
Not Vegetarian FriendlyCriteria: Excludes meat and seafood only
Contains meat or seafood ingredients
Pescatarian
Not Pescatarian FriendlyCriteria: Avoids meat but eats seafood
Contains meat ingredients
Frequently Asked Questions
Is fish oil halal to eat?
Yes — fish oil has been analyzed and classified as Doubtful. Each of its 8 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.
Are there any doubtful ingredients in this product?
2 ingredients require further verification: gelatin, polyoxyethane (20) sorbitan monooleate / polysorbate 80.. The status may depend on the manufacturing source.
How was this product analyzed?
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