Supplement / capsule ingredient
Is Low-molecular-weight heparin halal?
The IIFA says modification of heparin to obtain a low-molecular-weight form is not itself transmutation. A porcine-derived product therefore requires source and necessity review.
The IIFA says modification of heparin to obtain a low-molecular-weight form is not itself transmutation. A porcine-derived product therefore requires source and necessity review.
What the sources say
Modification of heparin for obtaining low molecular weight heparin does not constitute a transmutation process
Quick facts
| Name | Low-molecular-weight heparin (porcine-derived) |
|---|---|
| Also on labels as | porcine low-molecular-weight heparin, LMWH (porcine-derived) |
| Additive class | Supplement / capsule ingredient |
| Classification | Source-dependent |
| Last verified | 2026-08-23 |
Common questions
Is Low-molecular-weight heparin halal?
Low-molecular-weight heparin (porcine-derived) is classified as Source-dependent. The IIFA says modification of heparin to obtain a low-molecular-weight form is not itself transmutation. A porcine-derived product therefore requires source and necessity review.
Is Low-molecular-weight heparin halal or haram?
On the evidence cited on this page, Low-molecular-weight heparin 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 Low-molecular-weight heparin called on ingredient labels?
It can appear as: porcine low-molecular-weight heparin, LMWH (porcine-derived).
Why isn't there a single yes/no answer for Low-molecular-weight heparin?
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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