Is this vitamin supplement halal or haraam?

Question

Is A thru Z multivitamin supplement halal or haraam? I already know that it has gelatin in it, but what kind of gelatin is it? fish? plant? or bones?

Answer 1

There is such a thing as plant gelatin; it's made from agar (a type of seaweed).

But it probably wouldn't be that unless it's specifically marketed for vegetarians or the ingredient indicate "veggie gelatin" or "agar."

I'm told kosher gelatin is made with fish bones. But if the label didn't state "kosher gelatin" it probably wasn't.

As far as I know regular gelatin could be made from either beef or pork.

So, all you can do is call the company that made it.

Answer 2

There is no such thing as plant gelatin. Most likely it is derived from pork, and not halal. Although it is possible that it is from fish, so I would contact the manufacturer to ask.

Answer 3

most gelatin is derived from horse or cow bones and tendons, you can get veggie gelatin , made from agar agar (seaweed) ,  but normally if its not specified its animal derived, you could always contact manufacturer to make 100% sure