Tag: halal

Grape Must and Its Halal Suitability

When reading the ingredients of certain foods or condiments, one may come across the term grape must. For those concerned with Halal consumption, it is natural to ask: what exactly is grape must, how is it used in the food industry, and is it suitable for Muslims to consume? To answer, we must first explore […]

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Reassessing the Principle of Default Permissibility in Contemporary Consumer Markets

Question received: We observe that AskHalal frequently conducts extensive reviews of products and often classifies them as doubtful (mashbūh). Below, we present an excerpt from Mufti Taqi Usmani in which he discusses the principles of ḥalāl and ḥarām, emphasizing the default position of permissibility for all non-meat items. He also notes that excessive scrutiny is […]

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