Processing aid

Is Pig rennet halal?

The IIFA resolution states that pig rennet is prohibited. This record is specific to porcine rennet, not microbial or plant-derived rennet.

HaramNot permissible — prohibited source confirmed

The IIFA resolution states that pig rennet is prohibited. This record is specific to porcine rennet, not microbial or plant-derived rennet.

What we know

Named sources are on this page. Classification: Verified haram. A cited position confirms a prohibited source for this class of ingredient.

What we don’t know

See the sources for the limits of each position.

Why it matters

Not permissible — prohibited source confirmed

What to verify

For Pig rennet in this product: which organism or animal produced it, and is it microbial, plant, or animal?

What the sources say

Pig rennet is prohibited
Verified Haram Porcine-derived rennet is prohibited under the cited IIFA resolution. International Islamic Fiqh Academy (OIC) (scholarly resolution · grade A: primary source · accessed 2026-08-23)

Quick facts

NamePig rennet
Also on labels asporcine rennet
Additive classProcessing aid
ClassificationVerified haram
Source last accessed2026-08-23

Common questions

Is Pig rennet halal?

Pig rennet is classified as Verified haram. The IIFA resolution states that pig rennet is prohibited. This record is specific to porcine rennet, not microbial or plant-derived rennet.

Is Pig rennet halal or haram?

On the evidence cited on this page, Pig rennet is verified haram. Not permissible — prohibited source confirmed Every position is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a link, so you can verify it directly.

What else is Pig rennet called on ingredient labels?

It can appear as: porcine rennet.

Where does this page's information come from?

Every position on this page is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a direct link, listed under 'What the sources say'. Muttoo aggregates and cites; it does not issue rulings.

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