Named ingredient
Is Vitamin K2 halal?
Menaquinone-7, often from Bacillus subtilis natto fermentation. Soy fermentation is typical; some MK-7 is synthetic. Softgels add a gelatin/glycerin question. Not a ruling on vitamin K1.
Menaquinone-7, often from Bacillus subtilis natto fermentation. Soy fermentation is typical; some MK-7 is synthetic. Softgels add a gelatin/glycerin question. Not a ruling on vitamin K1.
What the sources say
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What to ask the manufacturer
A recognised halal mark or a vegan declaration can settle this instead. If you email the brand, send one specific question:
For Vitamin K2 (MK-7) in this product: is the source plant, synthetic, or animal? If animal, which species and slaughter method?
Quick facts
| Name | Vitamin K2 (MK-7) |
|---|---|
| Also on labels as | menaquinone-7, MK-7, K2 MK7, natto vitamin K |
| Additive class | Named ingredient |
| Classification | Source-dependent |
| Last verified | 2026-09-16 |
Common questions
Is Vitamin K2 halal?
Vitamin K2 (MK-7) is classified as Source-dependent. Menaquinone-7, often from Bacillus subtilis natto fermentation. Soy fermentation is typical; some MK-7 is synthetic. Softgels add a gelatin/glycerin question. Not a ruling on vitamin K1.
Is Vitamin K2 halal or haram?
On the evidence cited on this page, Vitamin K2 is source-dependent. Doubtful until the source is known (mashbooh) Every position is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a link, so you can verify it directly.
What else is Vitamin K2 called on ingredient labels?
It can appear as: menaquinone-7, MK-7, K2 MK7, natto vitamin K.
Why isn't there a single yes/no answer for Vitamin K2?
Because the ruling depends on information the label does not carry — the source material, the production route, or which scholarly position you follow. This page shows each named position with a link so you can check it yourself.
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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