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Is Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) halal?

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) is classified halal for halal use with High confidence. Water-soluble vitamin essential for collagen synthesis and antioxidant function. Synthetic or plant-derived (corn glucose fermentation); halal.

Active / vitamin · Confidence: High

Also known as: vitamin c, L-ascorbic acid

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What it is

Water-soluble vitamin essential for collagen synthesis and antioxidant function.

Source:NIH ODS — Vitamin C

Why it's here

Supplement and antioxidant excipient.

See:NIH ODS — Vitamin C

Why it may matter

Synthetic or plant-derived (corn glucose fermentation); halal.

Source:NIH ODS — Vitamin C

Common sources
  • Corn glucose fermentation
  • Synthetic

Reason codes

plantDerivedsyntheticOrigin

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Common questions

Is Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) halal?
RxHalal currently classifies Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) as HALAL (High confidence). Synthetic or plant-derived (corn glucose fermentation); halal. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
What is Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) used for in medicines?
Water-soluble vitamin essential for collagen synthesis and antioxidant function. Supplement and antioxidant excipient.
What are common sources of Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)?
Common sources include: Corn glucose fermentation; Synthetic. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.

Medicines using this excipient

1 total0 halal1 uncertain0 concern

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