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Is LISTERINE Halal?

HaramAI Analyzed
Germany
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AI Analysis Summary

After analyzing 13 ingredients in LISTERINE, our AI classified this product as Haram. 1 of 13 ingredient raises concerns, while 11 are clearly permissible. Key ingredients include water, alcohol, sorbitol, poloxamer 407.

Why is LISTERINE Haram?

  • The presence of 'alcohol' marks this product as Haram. This conclusion is based on in-depth analysis aligned with internationally recognised halal authorities. For further ingredient-level insights, consult the ingredient section.

Ingredient Analysis (13)

IngredientStatus
water
Permissible in Islam.
Halal
alcohol
Haram
sorbitol
Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers
E420
Halal
poloxamer 407
*
Halal
benzoic acid
Preservatives
E210
Doubtful
sodium saccharin
Permissible in Islam.
Halal
sodium benzoate
Permissible in Islam.
Halal
zinc chloride
Permissible in Islam.
Halal
eucalyptol
*
Halal
menthol
Permissible in Islam.
Halal
flavor
Permissible in Islam.
Halal
ci 47005
Permissible in Islam.
Halal
ci 42053
*
Halal

Brand & Category Insights

Health Sense (8 conditions)

Hypertension

Risky

Reason: Contains sodium benzoate, sodium saccharin

Liver Disease

Risky

Reason: Contains alcohol

PCOS

Risky

Reason: Contains sodium benzoate, sodium saccharin

Osteoporosis

Risky

Reason: Contains sodium benzoate, sodium saccharin

Smart Labels

Vegan

Vegan Friendly

Criteria: Excludes all animal-derived ingredients

No animal-derived ingredients found

Vegetarian

Vegetarian Friendly

Criteria: Excludes meat and seafood only

No restricted ingredients found

Pescatarian

Pescatarian Friendly

Criteria: Avoids meat but eats seafood

No restricted ingredients found

Frequently Asked Questions

Is LISTERINE halal to eat?

Yes — LISTERINE has been analyzed and classified as Haram. Each of its 13 ingredients was individually checked against Islamic dietary guidelines.

Which ingredients in LISTERINE are concerning?

The following ingredient is flagged: alcohol. Check the ingredient table above for full details.

Are other JOHNSON & JOHNSON products halal?

JOHNSON & JOHNSON produces multiple products with varying halal statuses. Visit our JOHNSON & JOHNSON brand page to see the full list of analyzed products and their individual ingredient breakdowns.

How was this product analyzed?

Halal AI uses artificial intelligence to read and cross-reference every ingredient against halal databases and E-code references. You can also scan any product yourself using the free Halal AI app.

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